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Marketplace for buying and selling tailwheel aircraft in Australia and New Zealand.
Join in-person/online tailwheel training & bush flying with underwing camping.
Explore Australian-made premium leather goods, pilot gear, and flight accessories.
This 1947 Luscombe 8E is a classic, all-metal taildragger offering simple, efficient, and enjoyable flying. Well suited for recreational use, tailwhee
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This Ryan STM-S2, serial number 492, S-56, A50-29, VH-AHC, ZK-ABC, is a rare and authentic piece of aviation history. First flown in January 1941, thi
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AAK Hornet STOL with a reliable Lycoming O-320 Engine. Fully rebuilt in 2016, offering excellent STOL performance, rugged design, and great visability
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Price Reduced: This 1941 Ryan PT-22 Recruit is a beautifully preserved example of a classic military primary trainer, offering true warbird ownership
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A unique opportunity to acquire a Custom-Built Talon — an all-aluminium, robustly engineered project aircraft powered by a Suzuki 1.8 Turbo (180 bhp
View Full Details View Sellers DetailsAs experienced aviation traders, we’ve been in the industry for more than two decades and know tailwheel aircraft inside and out. If you’re looking for an aircraft broker with real experience, you’ve landed in the place.
Searching for your dream aircraft but can’t find it listed? That’s where we step in! As your aircraft Buyer’s Agent, we leverage our network to locate exclusive off-market aircraft tailored to your needs. Our industry-leading 5-Star Standard Inspection and robust legal framework ensure you make a confident, well-informed purchase. Need ferry services or type-specific training? We’ve got that covered too!
Looking for a professional aircraft broker or aircraft sales service that manages the entire process for you? We’ve developed a proven, methodical approach backed by a strong legal framework to ensure a seamless and stress-free sale. Plus, if needed, we can arrange ferry services and provide training for the new owner, ensuring a smooth handover from start to finish.
Stick ‘n Rudder was created from a love of tailwheel flying. Early on in his career, Founder, Doug Field recognised the many benefits of initial and advanced flight training in a tailwheel aircraft and hasn’t looked back. The tailwheel design provides pilots with greater feedback and naturally encourages them to develop their sensory inputs, creating safer pilots through superior Stick ‘n Rudder skills.
The best part of carrying out tailwheel flight training is that the aircraft allows you to access a unique training environment, particularly if it is kitted out with Alaskan Bushwheels. We expose our pilots to numerous bush strips that have their own unique set of challenges, allowing our student’s skills and knowledge to flourish.
In addition to our in-person training, we have developed a first-class Online Tailwheel course that contains educational content, quizzes and videos that can be done on the fly, on any device.
If you’re looking for world-class tailwheel training, you’ve landed in the right location.
Our apparel is for pilots, pioneers and people that love to adventure. We have carefully crafted an exclusive collection of Australian Made products that resonate with our brand.
Our partners that manufacture these products are small businesses, just like us. They are handmade with love from the finest materials available. All items are made to order and made to last.
Stick ‘n Rudder was founded on a love of aviation, specifically, grassroots tailwheel flying. These were the good old days when pilots flew by the seat of their pants, judged the speed of their machine by the noise of the wind whistling in the control wires and the health of it, purely by the way it felt.
Stick ‘n Rudder aims to continue this legacy by providing world-class tailwheel flight training both in the aeroplane and online, connecting tailwheel aircraft buyers and sellers, while advocating and promoting bush flying in Australia.
Stick ‘n Rudder is not just for pilots, it’s for every explorer. Pilot your own adventure.
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Let’s see what others are saying! In our testimonials section, you’ll find real stories from real people who have experienced the difference Stick ‘n Rudder can make.
EXCELLENT Based on 51 reviews Posted on Sahil JTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A specialist aviation marketplace that actually understands tailwheel aircraft. Easy to deal with and well targeted. Highly recommended.Posted on VelmocksTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Got serious enquiries quickly.Posted on Anwar ul HaqTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Finally a marketplace that understands tailwheel aircraft.Posted on Ed SellwoodTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Bi-annual flight review time always brings the opportunity for new challenges. They say there’s not a lot that homes airmanship and stick and rudder control quite like flying a tail wheel- so time it was for a new design feature endorsement it was as well! Flying with Doug Field at Stick and Rudder was an excellent choice, great pilot, great teacher, great guy. The picturesque Glass House Mountains as a back drop made it spectacular too! Do yourself a favour- if you are thinking about it- do it!Posted on Michael StephensTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Douglas Field has provided a reliable, professional and friendly service in the sale of my aircraft. I would highly recommend stick n rudder for any of your aviation needs.Posted on Rod BlieversTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Doug was extremely helpful and attentive, even promptly answering some (in retrospect) quite stupid questions. He provided invaluable guidance, taking me through the details and requirements of selling my Chipmunk, even to the extent of "following up" to ensure I was happy. I couldn't have done this without him!Posted on David HookeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service. Pitts sold very smartly to an excellent home. Still pining…thanks Doug.Posted on Taron DawsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just finished my tail wheel endorsement with doug and had a fantastic time, he is a very experienced and knowledgeable pilot which made my training go smoothly while having alot of fun. I will definitely be buying a super cub in the future because of himPosted on Peter RamsayTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Stick ‘n Rudder was an excellent assistance when sell my aircraft. I would highly recommend the site to anyone in the aviation community who wish to sell or purchase aircraft. Stick’n Rudder was directly responsible for the sale of my aircraft.Posted on Greg McBethTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent Business, I just finished three days of tailwheel and off field landings with Doug to freshen up my skills and had an amazing time. Doug‘s knowledge and tail wheel experience is second to none. He was able to trim my plane to perfection. Great accommodation at archer Falls was excellent.
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