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Why The Airbus A350-1000’s Main Landing Gear Needs 12 Tires

Why The Airbus A350-1000’s Main Landing Gear Needs 12 Tires

When the Airbus A350-1000 meets the runway, a huge amount of engineering goes to work.

Antonio Di Trapani 4 months ago
Why The Airbus A380 Has So Many Tires

Why The Airbus A380 Has So Many Tires

Why does this aircraft have so many tires? This article explores that question and the engineering marvel that is the A3...

Louis Hardiman 1 year ago
Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900ER Lands Safely In Portland After Tire Failure In Chicago

Alaska Airlines Boeing 737-900ER Lands Safely In Portland After Tire Failure In Chicago

The flight took about four hours to complete its journey.

Gaurav Joshi 1 year ago
The Surprising Cost Of Replacing Aircraft Tires

The Surprising Cost Of Replacing Aircraft Tires

Tires have to be replaced more often than you might think.

Jake Hardiman 1 year ago
Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 Tire Blows Out On Takeoff & Damages Engine

Alaska Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 9 Tire Blows Out On Takeoff & Damages Engine

The aircraft experienced a tire blowout shortly after takeoff from Atlanta but made a safe landing in San Diego. It rema...

Mia Ping-Chieh Chen 1 year ago
How Much Do Aircraft Tires Cost?

How Much Do Aircraft Tires Cost?

Exploring the cost differences between Airbus and Boeing aircraft tires, which play a crucial role in their performance ...

Ahmad Helmy 1 year ago
Why Do Airlines Lease Tires For Their Planes?

Why Do Airlines Lease Tires For Their Planes?

Have you ever thought about how airlines manage wear and tear on their aircraft tires?

Aaron Bailey 1 year ago
Etihad Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Rejects Takeoff After 2 Tires Burst

Etihad Airways Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Rejects Takeoff After 2 Tires Burst

All 271 passengers were eventually disembarked and have been re-accommodated on alternative flights.

Aaron Bailey 1 year ago
Why Are Aircraft Tires Made Of Conductive Rubber?

Why Are Aircraft Tires Made Of Conductive Rubber?

The conductive rubber neutralizes electrical charge in aircraft tires.

Dr. Omar Memon 1 year ago
American Airlines Boeing 737-800 Returns To Phoenix After Loosing Tire During Departure

American Airlines Boeing 737-800 Returns To Phoenix After Loosing Tire During Departure

The aircraft landed safely.

Vyte Klisauskaite 1 year ago
How Are Aircraft Tires Changed?

How Are Aircraft Tires Changed?

In general, this is done every 150 to 400 flight cycles

Nicole Kylie 1 year ago
Aircraft Takeoff: When Do The Wheels Stop Spinning?

Aircraft Takeoff: When Do The Wheels Stop Spinning?

There are various mechanisms used to stop the spinning wheels so they can be stowed.

Dr. Omar Memon 1 year ago
Analysis: These Are The Top 5 Manufacturers Of Aircraft Tires

Analysis: These Are The Top 5 Manufacturers Of Aircraft Tires

There is a lot of overlap between aircraft tire manufacturers and familiar car tire manufacturers.

Aaron Spray 2 years ago
Deadly Tire Disintegration: The Story Of Air Canada Flight 189

Deadly Tire Disintegration: The Story Of Air Canada Flight 189

A look into this tragic incident which could have been far worse.

Mark Finlay 2 years ago
5 Fun Facts About Aircraft Wheels & Tires

5 Fun Facts About Aircraft Wheels & Tires

What is your knowledge of aircraft wheels and tires?

Giacomo Amati 2 years ago
How Often Do Airliners Have Their Tires Changed?

How Often Do Airliners Have Their Tires Changed?

Aircraft tires are exposed to enormous forces and stress. After how many flight cycles do they need changing?

Giacomo Amati 2 years ago
Do Aircraft Have Different Sized Tires?

Do Aircraft Have Different Sized Tires?

The Boeing 747 has the same sized nose and main landing gear tires.

Dr. Omar Memon 3 years ago
Russia's Sukhoi Superjets Will Stop Using Michelin Tires This Year

Russia's Sukhoi Superjets Will Stop Using Michelin Tires This Year

The SSJ100s are soon due for yet another improvisation of spares.

Charlotte Seet 3 years ago
The Benefits Of Retreading Aircraft Tires

The Benefits Of Retreading Aircraft Tires

How airlines can reduce waste by saving money.

Justin Surette 3 years ago
How Much Do Aircraft Tires Cost?

How Much Do Aircraft Tires Cost?

These components can set purchasers back several thousands of dollars.

Jake Hardiman 3 years ago