Super Mario 3D Land brings back the Tanooki Suit? Pfffft, whatev. It's a gimped version that doesn't let you turn into a statue or even fly. What's this about the P-Wing, though?
According to the back of the Japanese game packaging, there are Assist Blocks in the game that serve a similar function to the Super Guide in New Super Mario Bros. These blocks, emblazoned with the iconic P-Wing of Super Mario Bros. 3 fame, will bestow special items once opened. If one of these special items doesn't grant Mario infinite flight throughout the level, I will be severely pissed.
There's also a SpotPass feature that allows you to exchange items and possibly more with other players. I hope we get more details on that as well as on the Assist Blocks very soon.
3DS Super Mario Land Has Assist Feature and SpotPass Item Exchanges [Andriasang]
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6:30 PM on 09.24.2011 | 
You swish your tail to slow your rate of descent. One out of the three original granted abilities ain't bad, is it? Pfffft.
Yes, so this just brings it all full circle, doesn't it?
Elaborate.
I Personally like StreetPass, it rewards me when I take my 3DS places, and lately I've been getting more and more passes.
Thank you :D
actually, they can leave that out.
If so, I can explain: I was extraordinarily stupid as a child.
Yes and no. Try getting through Bowser's castle with the P-wing without getting hit. While it's not super hard, it does require some work and practice. It's not just an easy "win" button, although it can be for a lot of the stages.