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The tail slide is an advanced aerobatic maneuver performed by aircraft. Here's a brief overview:

### Description:
In the tail slide maneuver, an aircraft climbs steeply, almost vertically, until it loses forward momentum and begins to slide backward. Once the backward slide starts, the aircraft's nose drops, and it pivots downward into a controlled dive.

### Execution:
1. **Vertical Climb:** The pilot pulls the aircraft into a vertical climb using full throttle.
2. **Throttle Back:** At the peak of the climb, the pilot reduces the throttle, allowing the aircraft to lose speed until it stops moving forward.
3. **Backward Slide:** The aircraft then begins to slide backward due to gravity.
4. **Nose-Down:** As the aircraft slides backward, its nose drops, and the pilot regains control, pulling out of the dive.

### Purpose:
The tail slide is used to demonstrate the aircraft's handling characteristics and the pilot's skill. It’s a common maneuver in airshows due to its dramatic visual impact.

### Risks:
This maneuver is challenging and carries risks, including loss of control and potential structural stress on the aircraft. It requires precise control inputs and thorough knowledge of the aircraft's capabilities.

### Aircraft:
Not all aircraft can perform a tail slide. It requires an aircraft with sufficient power and control authority, typically high-performance aerobatic planes and some military jets.

Performing the tail slide correctly and safely showcases advanced piloting skills and a deep understanding of the aircraft's dynamics.
Transcript
00:00Tower Grippan 65 out of 11,000 feet climbing to 25,000 feet for a tailslide maneuver.
00:07Grippan 65 tower tailslide approved report once joining back.
00:24Tower Grippan 65 ITB at 12,000 feet.

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