Taildragger pilots enjoy the fruits of a standard configuration aircraft—nothing quite feels like the connection between a taildragger and its pilot—as long as they’re willing to put up with the downsides—chances of a ground loop or, in some cases, poor forward visibility on the ground. S-turns are one solution for inadvertently rumbling over a runway light, but Radiant’s camera system for Experimental-class tailwheel aircraft is another.
Here’s how it works: A folding glareshield display connects to a small camera mounted in the nose or on the wing to give the pilot much improved forward visibility.
“The Taxi Camera is a game-changer, providing improved visibility of what is ahead in the pilot’s blind spot,” said Radiant Technology President and CEO, James Wiebe.
While in flight, the display turns into a digital horizon indicator and red crosshairs that can direct the pilot towards a designated landing spot.
The small camera can be mounted to any mounting position using a set screw, however a half-inch hole and connection to aircraft power is required. A single cable connects the camera’s output to the system’s LCD. The folding display mounts to the top of the panel.
