When I messed up the main landing/takeoff gear on my scratch-built FT Flyer, I noticed that it wouldn't drive straight on a takeoff and would sometimes spin over and into the ground. So I decided to add a steerable tail wheel so that the airplane could not only takeoff straight but also be able to taxi.
The paper clip is simply bent up and connected to the rudder with hot glue.
Materials needed:
Paper Clip
1-2 wheels
hot glue :)
zip ties - optional
A Swappable or any airplane with landing gear
So you can now make a cheap and simple steerable tail wheel with common household materials like paper clips!
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