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Where are the main landing gear struts attached to the aircraft?
Where are the main landing gear struts attached to the aircraft?
- Inboard and outboard forgings located in the tail section
- Inboard and outboard forgings located in the belly of the aircraft (correct)
- Inboard and outboard forgings located in the wings
- Inboard and outboard forgings located in the nose section
What is the function of the bracket bonded to each strut?
What is the function of the bracket bonded to each strut?
- To attach the hydraulic brake lines
- To attach the main wheels
- To attach a step (correct)
- To attach the axles
Where are the hydraulic brake lines routed?
Where are the hydraulic brake lines routed?
- Across the belly of the aircraft
- Through the wings
- Up and clamped to the strut
- Down and clamped to each main gear strut (correct)
What components are installed at the lower end of each strut?
What components are installed at the lower end of each strut?
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What type of material are the main landing gear struts made of?
What type of material are the main landing gear struts made of?
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Study Notes
Main Landing Gear Struts
- Attached to the aircraft at inboard and outboard forgings
- Located in the belly of the aircraft
- Made of tubular, spring-steel material
- Each strut has a bracket bonded for attachment of a step
- Hydraulic brake lines are routed down and clamped to each strut
- Axles, main wheels, and brake assemblies are installed at the lower end of each strut
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This quiz covers the components and assembly of an aircraft's main landing gear, including struts, wheels, and brakes. Learn about the attachment points, hydraulic brake lines, and more.
