New Student Learns Wheel Landings in a Cessna 185

Wheel landings are one of the most challenging skills every tailwheel pilot has to learn. In this episode of Right Seat Bush Pilot, Joel Davis coaches a new tailwheel student through his first wheel landings in the legendary Cessna 185, breaking down the techniques that make this often-feared landing both precise and safe. From mastering the four landing priorities to handling crosswinds and building confidence, this lesson offers valuable insight for tailwheel pilots, bush flying enthusiasts, and anyone interested in improving their stick-and-rudder skills. ___ 00:00 Introductiongs 02:17 The Wheel Landing Training Plan 03:11 Taxi, Takeoff & Flight to Deer Park 05:09 Demonstration: Touch-and-Go Wheel Landing Exercise 06:38 Student Takes the Controls 07:54 Coaching: Zero the Descent Before the Push 08:20 First Full Wheel Landing Attempt 11:24 Fine-Tuning the Wheel Landing 12:30 Crosswind Wheel Landing Practice 13:44 Debrief: What Made the Landing Successful 14:23 Final Thoughts ___ Want to see episode highlights? Check out our Instagram!   / rightseatbushpilot   ___ The content provided on YouTube is for educational and informational purposes only, specifically related to aviation. It is not intended as a substitute for professional aviation advice, training, or certification. Because videos are edited for entertainment purposes, many procedures, situations, explanations, and flight phases have been edited out, which will remove context. This video is not instructional and should not be distributed for the purposes of flight instruction. Always seek the guidance of a qualified aviation professional or instructor with any questions you may have regarding aviation practices or regulations.