BRIDGESTONE® CORPORATION is the world's largest manufacturer of tires and other rubber products, delivering a wide range of innovative, premium product portfolio whch includes passanger and light truck tires, motorcycle tires, commercial truck and bus tires, aircraft and mining tires. The company also manufactures industrial rubber and chemical products, sporting goods, and other diversified products. Tires account for 80 percent of Bridgestone Group sales worldwide with sales of tires and other products in more than 150 nations.
BRIDGESTONE® has more than 80 years of experience and insistence on quality in aircraft tire manufacturing. The company supplies new and retread (*) tires to airlines and wheelshops worlwide remaining one of the most trusted brands in the aviation industry.
BRIDGESTONE® range of aircraft tires includes Bias, Radial and Revolutionarily Reinforced Radial Tires (RRR). They work under extremely severe conditions, carrying the weight of an aircraft up to 569 metric tons while accelerating up to 245 mph at takeoff, in addition to enduring varied environmental stress when in flight and taxiing.
The company manufactures its new aircraft tires in Japan while it operates aircraft tire retreading plants in Japan, the United States, Belgium and Hong Kong. Bridgestone provides airlines with seamless, global support for all of their product and maintenance needs in tires.
BRIDGESTONE® Bias tires feature enhanced tire durability, greater overload durability, reduced weight, new cord and performance improvements due to the integration of Tension Control Optimization (TCOT) and Aircraft Tire Tension Control Optimization (ACOT) Theory principles.
BRIDGESTONE® Radial tires feature lighter design, reduced rolling resistance, rigged belt design, added strength to belt and carcass plies and increased number of landings.
BRIDGESTONE® Revolutionarily Reinforced Radial Tires (RRR) feature superior safety, higher cut resistance, more casing durability after received Foreign Object Damage (F.O.D.), economy, less weight and more landing cycles (improved tire wear). They have been selected by Airbus and Boeing as OE tires for their respective aircraft.
Please refer to the supplied documentation and the Aircraft Tire Application Table for additional information.
(*) Retread tires have undergone a remanufacturing process to replace the worn tread on used tires with new tread to help extend the life of the tire. The number of times the tread has been replaced in the tire casing is indicated by a number just after the letter "R" in the product reference number (SKU), namely R1, R2, R3 and so on.
BRIDGESTONE Corporation is the world’s largest tire and rubber company, with more than 80 years of experience and insistence on quality in aircraft tire manufacturing. The company supplies new and retread tires (*) to airlines and wheelshops worlwide remaining one of the most trusted brands in the aviation industry.
BRIDGESTONE® range of aircraft tires includes Bias, Radial and Revolutionarily Reinforced Radial Tires (RRR). They work under extremely severe conditions, carrying the weight of an aircraft up to 569 metric tons while accelerating up to 245 mph at takeoff, in addition to enduring varied environmental stress when in flight and taxiing.
BRIDGESTONE® Bias tires feature enhanced tire durability, greater overload durability, reduced weight, new cord and performance improvements due to the integration of Tension Control Optimization (TCOT) and Aircraft Tire Tension Control Optimization (ACOT) Theory principles.
BRIDGESTONE® Radial tires feature lighter design, reduced rolling resistance, rigged belt design, added strength to belt and carcass plies and increased number of landings.
BRIDGESTONE® Revolutionarily Reinforced Radial Tires (RRR) feature superior safety, higher cut resistance, more casing durability after received Foreign Object Damage (F.O.D.), economy, less weight and more landing cycles (improved tire wear). They have been selected by Airbus and Boeing as OE tires for their respective aircraft.
(*) Retread tires have undergone a remanufacturing process to replace the worn tread on used tires with new tread to help extend the life of the tire. The number of times the tread has been replaced in the tire casing is indicated by a number just after the letter "R" in the product reference number (SKU), namely R1, R2, R3 and so on.
Superior Safety
Not every cut leads to immediate or even eventual tire failure. However, there are two basic "worst case scenario" when an aircraft tire hits a foreign object.
The tire bursts if the foreign object penetrates through the tread into or through the casing.
The tire tread peels off if the cut damage is limited to the tread area.
To minimize the occurrence of these two types of tire destruction, BRIDGESTONE focused on:
- enhancing cut resistance by lowering tension of the tire tread
- separating the inner and outer belt functions, allowing the inner belt to bear tension in order to reduce tension on the outer belt, thus enabling the outer belt to function as a cut protector against external damage.
Economy
BRIDGESTONE's RRR tire construction technology offers two additional benefits:
Less Weight
A reduction in belt weight as a result of a more optimum construction and shape in addition to the application of superior materials.
A reduction in carcass weight as a result of rigid belt construction which enables to reduce carcass tension, allowing for a reduction in materials.
More Landing Cycles (Improved Tire Wear)
Improved wear resistance due to a reduction in tension on the tread surface.
Less weight (i.e. reduced tire inertia) benefits in reduced tire slippage at landing.
Please refer to the supplied documentation and the Aircraft Tire Application Table for additional information.
Aluminum valve as used in production aircraft with Model A-110 master cylinders for dual brake installations. Complete with AN flare fittings.
The FIRESTONE® TIRE and RUBBER Company was a manufacturer of tires for automobiles with an extensive product portfolio ranging from consumer, commercial bus & truck to off-the-road, agricultural tires and tire tubes. Early leader in the mass production of tires FIRESTONE® became the original equipment supplier of Ford Motor Company automobiles. Acquired by the Japanese BRIDGESTONE® CORPORATION in 1988 it operates now as BRIDGESTONE® AMERICAS TIRE OPERATIONS, LLC and known as BRIDGESTONE® FIRESTONE®. FIRESTONE® tires are manufactured in multiple countries on strict guidelines, using modern technologies and high-quality raw materials.
For additional information on BRIDGESTONE® FIRESTONE® tires & tire tubes please refer to the Product Description section & the supplied documentation.
RAPCO produces quality FAA-PMA approved replacement organic and metallic brake linings for Cleveland and McCauley brake assemblies on most general aviation aircraft. Organic linings are actually made from a semi metallic mix. RAPCO combines brass, copper and Kevlar fibers with a high temperature binding compound to provide outstanding performance and long service life. Most RAPCO organic linings have a built in wear indicator, which reduces the risk of damage to the brake disc and helps to optimize lining life. RAPCO organic linings are available in boxes of 10 or in organic lining kits containing the proper number of linings and rivets necessary for replacement on Cleveland or McCauley brake assemblies. They are convenient to have on hand when the need for relining occurs. Metallic lining replacements for the Cleveland brake assemblies are made of sintered steel, a specially developed process that fuses metallic particles to a steel carrier plate. RAPCO metallic linings offer long life and excellent braking performance.
RAPCO Brake Rivets are FAA-PMA approved quality tubular rivets produced from plated steel for mounting aircraft brake linings. The RAPCO RA825 Rivet Tool Kit is recommended for proper installation.
Please refer to the attached Application Guide for additional information.
The company SPECIALTY TIRES OF AMERICA (formerly McCREARY TIRE & RUBBER providing automotive tires) manufactures a wide range of aircraft tires under different brands including SUPER HAWK®, AIR HAWK®, AIR TRAC®, AERO CLASSIC® & AERO TRAINER® as well as matching tire tubes. Different brands (series) briefly presented below are separately listed. For more information please refer to the supplied documentation.
SUPER HAWK® tires are the best choice when the highest levels of performance and extra-long tread life are required. Designed to handle higher landing speeds and heavier loads, these tires combine advanced design & over 90 years of precision tire craftsmanship resulting in premium belted aircraft tires that surpasse FAA specifications and match the performance of more expensive brands.
AIR HAWK® tires are premium grade & priced tires, but provide longer service life. Excellent choice for a wide range of applications. Improved tread compounds and high-strength casings offer added wear resistance and an extra measure of security. AIR HAWK® tires are FAA approved and tested by thousands of pilots, delivering a reliable, cost-effective performance under a wide variety of takeoff and landing conditions.
AIR TRAC® fine nylon cord narrow-ribbed, oval shaped tires are designed for soft field applications and rigidly tested to meet FAA Standard TSO-C62. The AIR TRAC tires consist an excellent choice for single engine, piston aircraft. Thesy are ideal for aircraft operated on grass strips while being perfectly usable on hard surfaces. These tires are are original equipment on many of today’s aircraft and offer a great performance in an economical tire. AIR TRAC® tubes are the perfect match to the AIR TRAC® tires.
AERO CLASSIC® tires are designed specially for classic planes including warbirds, DC-3's, and Beech 18's, often the only manufacturer producing tires for these aircraft. The product line includes over 50 tires and tubes, from 8" diameter for tailwheels, up to 56" diameter C-130 inner tubes. AERO CLASSIC® tubes are tested to MIL-I-5014F standard.
AERO TRAINER® tires are designed for flight schools with single engine trainers. They combine the high quality and durability with a competitive price.
SPECIALTY TIRES products are supplied with a standard Certificate of Conformance. If an FAA/EASA Form is needed (depending on the ordered item) please mention this during the order placement. In this case, additional cost may apply.
The company SPECIALITY TIRES OF AMERICA (formerly McCREARY TIRE & RUBBER providing automotive tires) manufactures a wide range of aircraft tires under different brands including SUPER HAWK®, AIR HAWK®, AIR TRAC®, AERO CLASSIC® & AERO TRAINER® as well as matching tire tubes. Different brands (series) briefly presented below are separately listed. For more information please refer to the supplied documentation.
SUPER HAWK® tires are the best choice when the highest levels of performance and extra-long tread life are required. Designed to handle higher landing speeds and heavier loads, these tires combine advanced design & over 90 years of precision tire craftsmanship resulting in premium belted aircraft tires that surpasse FAA specifications and match the performance of more expensive brands.
AIR HAWK® tires are premium grade & priced tires, but provide longer service life. Excellent choice for a wide range of applications. Improved tread compounds and high-strength casings offer added wear resistance and an extra measure of security. AIR HAWK® tires are FAA approved and tested by thousands of pilots, delivering a reliable, cost-effective performance under a wide variety of takeoff and landing conditions.
AIR TRAC® fine nylon cord narrow-ribbed, oval shaped tires are designed for soft field applications and rigidly tested to meet FAA Standard TSO-C62. The AIR TRAC tires consist an excellent choice for single engine, piston aircraft. Thesy are ideal for aircraft operated on grass strips while being perfectly usable on hard surfaces. These tires are are original equipment on many of today’s aircraft and offer a great performance in an economical tire. AIR TRAC® tubes are the perfect match to the AIR TRAC® tires.
AERO CLASSIC® tires are designed specially for classic planes including warbirds, DC-3's, and Beech 18's, often the only manufacturer producing tires for these aircraft. The product line includes over 50 tires and tubes, from 8" diameter for tailwheels, up to 56" diameter C-130 inner tubes. AERO CLASSIC® tubes are tested to MIL-I-5014F standard.
AERO TRAINER® tires are designed for flight schools with single engine trainers. They combine the high quality and durability with a competitive price.
SPECIALITY TIRES products are supplied with a standard Certificate of Conformance. If an FAA/EASA Form is needed (depending on the ordered item) please mention this during the order placement. In this case, additional cost may apply.
MATCO mfg's PVPV series parking brake valves have been designed for installation in a wide variety of homebuilt aircraft applications due to their light weight and easy in-line installation . In-line installation can be used in conjunction with either a single or dual parking brake system set- up with the respective use of valves PVPV-S or PVPV-D available in single or double sided configuration.
GROVE manufactures axles and hardware for use in GROVE wheels as well as those of other manufacturers.
GROVE 500x5 wheel axles (P/N. 5013 standard and P/N. 5018 with wheel pant stub) are produced from solid 2024-T3 aluminum with anodized finish. They have a 1-15/16" Bolt Circle hole pattern and 1/4" diameter holes.
500x5 1-1/4" diameter standard axle (P/N. 5013) is the most popular axle for 500x5 wheels. It is designed to fit Grove 50-1, 51-1, 56-1, 57-1, 57-5 and Cleveland 500x5 wheels. Axle Weight: 0.92 lbs. Static Load Rating 1,250 lbs.
500x5 1-1/4" diameter axle (P/N. 5018) has built-in wheel pant stub with 1/4-28 thread. It is designed for use with Grove 50-1, 51-1, 56-1, 57-1, 57-5 and Cleveland 500x5 wheels. Axle Weight: 0.95 lbs. Static Load Rating 1,250 lbs.
Both axles require two spacers per axle (P/N. 5710) sold separately. I.D: 1-1/4", O.D. 1-3/4", Thickness: 1/4". They can be used with 500x5 axles.
Standard axle nuts and axle bolt kits sold separately are also offered as part of GROVE product portfolio. Castle type nuts are manufactured to MIL Specification MS21025 using 4140 steel. Mild steel nuts are not acceptable for use on certificated aircraft. 1-1/4" dia. nuts for 500 x 5 axles, 1-1/2" dia. nuts for 600 x 6 axles.
AIRFRAMES ALASKA designs and manufactures ALASKAN BUSHWHEEL (ABI) wheels & brakes and tires made for flying and landing off-field in the most rugged backcountry conditions. ABI tires absorb the energy of rough landings, taking the brunt of the impact off the pilots, wheels, gear, and airframe. Unlike your standard aircraft tires, Bushwheels are tubeless. This distinctive design eliminates the problem of tire slippage and stem shearing and makes it possible to run these tires at very low PSI. Different models are offered to suit needs of aircraft operating conditions. ABI tires are FAA TSO C62d approved. Models are available in the following versions and fit standard 6" wheels unless otherwise mentioned:
Standard thread: 3/16"
Heavy thread: 1/4". Heavy tread 26" ABI tires are constructed with a thicker tread layer. Suitable for pilots operating their aircraft on pavement between backcountry flights.
The 26" ABI tires are designed and handcrafted for use on lighter aircraft such as Cessna 182 & Cessna 206. They're also the ideal "entry level" bush tires for pilots upgrading from standard tube type aviation tires for the first time.
A step up in terms of size, 29" ABI tires have a slighter profile and create less drag than larger Bushwheels. This places these bush tires in size/weight sweet spot for heavier aircraft like Cessna and Maule while still providing the footprint and energy absorption critical in bush landings.
The 31" ABI tires are handcrafted featuring an impressive ratio of weight to size. Their solid footprint makes these bush tires the de facto standard for bush pilots.
The 35" ABI tires are designed for the most rugged off-airport operations. They require ABI 10650 10" wheels.
The 35" Beaver ABI tires stand up to the heavier load of de Havilland Beaver and Pilatus aircraft with a gross weight up to 5600 lbs (2800 static load rating per tire).
MICHELIN® Aircraft Tyres is internationally recognized as the No.1 tire manufacturer in the world. The company provides bias tires, radial tires, and tubes for aviation customers around the world, in a range of applications including commercial and regional airlines, general aviation and military aviation.
Michelin® AIR® Aircraft Tires offer just the right balance of performance and durability required by demanding pilots. The sidewall compound is optimized to provide maximum ozone and ultraviolet light protection, while the MX2000 tread compound is Michelin’s toughest. In addition, the new Air Cushion Inner Liner provides a protective cushion over the casing plies which guards against inner tube chafing. And the “Posi-Fit” bead construction reduces movement between the tire and the wheel for improved lateral stability. Offered in NEW or USED (RETREAD) (*) Condition.
Michelin® AIR® Aircraft Tires are designed to provide:
- a very long tire life and lower maintenance costs due to fewer tire changes
- exceptional balance for smooth taxiing,even wear, and heat resistance
- maximum protection against sidewall cracking caused by ozone and UV light
- excellent lateral stability and impact absorption, even under rough landing conditions
Product Features:
Deep Tread Depth: Thick rubber in the tread area helps provide for a long tire life. Contributes to lower maintenance costs due to fewer tire changes.
Unique Bead Construction: Provides a firm (tight) fit to help reduce movement between the tire and wheel. Helps improve lateral stability for a long tire life, even under rough landing conditions
Optimized Casing Design: Proprietary Michelin production processes help balance stresses within the tire structure. Strong, yet lightweight nylon cords are designed to exceed strict industry standards for overpressure strength. Results in an effi cient, lightweight product with excellent balance properties for smooth taxiing, even wear, and resistance to heat buildup for a long tire life.
Customized Rubber Compounds: Sidewall is optimized for both ozone and ultraviolet light protection which helps reduce ozone cracking in key areas of the tire. Provides our maximum amount of exterior wear and crack resistance for a long tire life.
Contoured Shoulder Design: Helps absorb lateral impacts associated with landing. Designed to help the tire achieve a full life, even under adverse conditions.
(*) Retread tires have undergone a remanufacturing process to replace the worn tread on used tires with new tread to help extend the life of the tire. The number of times the tread has been replaced in the tire casing is indicated by a number just after the letter "R" in the product reference number (SKU), namely R1, R2, R3 and so on.
GOODYEAR® AVIATION tires are widely used in all aviation tire market segments, from piston engine light aircraft to turboprops, business jets, regional and commercial airlines.They come in different series meeting respective economy, performance or special operations' application requirements. Offered in NEW or USED (RETREAD) (*) Condition.
GOODYEAR® AVIATION FLIGHT SPECIAL® ΙΙ Series aircraft tires are popular replacement tires for light aircraft due to their unsurpassed combination of value and performance. Designed for long tread life, they are built to last. They feature quality construction, wide rib thread design and large footprint, tough-wearing thread rubber and triple-tempered nylon casing cord resulting in enhanced traction, uniform wear and extended service life.
GOODYEAR® AVIATION FLIGHT CUSTOM® ΙΙI Series "Top of the Line" aircraft tires set new records for long wear, high-strength and dependability. They feature dual polymer tread compound, enlarged tread contact area, extra-wide aquachannel grooves, sculptured sidewalls and Kevlar® belts for added tread stability. Benefis from their use include up to 20% more landings, superior wet traction treadwear and enhanced traction and treadwear assisting dimensional stability.
GOODYEAR® AVIATION FLIGHT EAGLE® Series are industry’s preferred business jet tires. FLIGHT EAGLE® LT tires are designed for very light and light jet applications featuring tough, cool-running tread compound, robust, 6-ply bead area, 2-groove tread design, sidewall with antioxidants to help fight ozone and special wear-resistant tread compounds.
GOODYEAR® AVIATION FLIGHT LEADER® Series tires are the bias-ply choice for commercial aircraft. They feature a bias-ply construction, a specialized cord body shape and a specially compounded tread design and large contact area. They offer high speed performance and greater load capacity but also reduced stress as the tire cycles from tension to compression. They can be used in a wide range of operating conditions and aircraft applications.
For additional information please refer to the supplied documentation or contact us.
(*) Retread tires have undergone a remanufacturing process to replace the worn tread on used tires with new tread to help extend the life of the tire. The number of times the tread has been replaced in the tire casing is indicated by a number just after the letter "R" in the product reference number (SKU), namely R1, R2, R3 and so on.
MICHELIN® Aircraft Tyres is internationally recognized as the No.1 tire manufacturer in the world. The company provides bias tires, radial tires, and tubes for aviation customers around the world, in a range of applications including commercial and regional airlines, general aviation and military aviation.
MICHELIN® AIR® X® Aviation Radial Tires are currently mounted on a wide range of commercial, military and corporate aircraft. Given the numerous advantages they offer over conventional bias-ply tires, these tires have elevated the basic performance expectations for aircraft tires, the same way MICHELIN® radials raised the standards for automobile tires. Offered in NEW or USED (RETREAD) (*) Condition. Compared to bias tires, MICHELIN® AIR® X® radials offer:
Measurable Fuel Savings
More Landings Per Tread
Improved Cut Resistance
Key features of MICHELIN® AIR® X® radials include:
Light Weight Radial Design. They typically weigh 20–30% less than comparable bias tires, and they operate at cooler temperatures. This leads to measurable fuel savings, more landings per tread, longer wear characteristics and a more stable contact patch than bias tires, as well as shorter turnaround times and reduced carcass fatigue.
Extra Strong Carcass. Michelin’s carcass design helps restrict tire growth and the stretching of rubber resulting in better cut resistance than bias tires.
Optimized Tread. Durable cut-resistant tread includes deep skid depth and specially-designed circumferential grooves. This contributes to an extended tire life, less heat build up and lower maintenance costs due to fewer tire changes.
Customized Rubber Compounds. Sidewall is optimized for both ozone and ultraviolet light protection which helps reduce ozone cracking in key areas of the tire. Provides maximum amount of exterior wear and crack resistance for a long tire life.
Flexible Casing. The casings of MICHELIN® AIR® X® radials is more flexible than casings used in bias tires. This results in noticeably smooth operating characteristics during taxiing, landing and takeoffs.
Please refer to the supplied documentation and the Reference & Application Chart for additional information.
(*) Retread tires have undergone a remanufacturing process to replace the worn tread on used tires with new tread to help extend the life of the tire. The number of times the tread has been replaced in the tire casing is indicated by a number just after the letter "R" in the product reference number (SKU), namely R1, R2, R3 and so on.
Brakes and related parts for use on Textron Aviation Cessna, Beechcraft and Hawker aircraft. Also available as FAA-PMA approved parts from other manufacturers.
For a number of years CLEVELAND WHEELS & BRAKES offered standard organic & heavy-duty asbestos brake linings for their wheels and brakes. In January 1988 these two types of brake linings were discontinued and a single, improved brake lining was introduced with improved performance and durability compared to older linings. Different versions are available to fit aircraft models based on their year of construction. Brake linings are sold as pad only or as kits together the required number of rivets. Most light aircraft take 2 linings per wheel. Extra rivets are also available. Please refer to the attached Application Guide for additional information.
MICHELIN® Aircraft Tyres is internationally recognized as the No.1 tire manufacturer in the world. The company provides bias tires, radial tires, and tubes for aviation customers around the world, in a range of applications including commercial and regional airlines, general aviation and military aviation.
MICHELIN® AIRSTOP® Aircraft Tire Inner Tubes provide long-lasting, dependable performance you can rely on in just about any operating condition. Made from exclusive Michelin butyl compound they offer extended air retention and can sustain temperatures as low as -50°C. In addition, they are formed without a circumferential splice, resulting in fewer joints and a more uniform tubewall thickness after inflation for optimized reliability at a minimal weight. AIRSTOP tubes are manufactured to exacting balance tolerances (without correction), which meet or exceed all industry standards. This eliminates the need to further balance the wheel assembly in order to compensate for balance irregularities in the tube. Tube lubricant is factory applied to the tube exterior for easier installation and to help minimize foldover after installation and inflation. Comply with Aerospace Standard AS50141. Available in different sizes. Please also refer to the attached documentation.
Product Features:
Advanced Butyl Material
Exclusive Michelin® butyl compound offers excellent resistance to diffusion for extended air retention and dependable performance. Michelin® AIRSTOP® tubes help provide the same high quality seal found in Michelin® AIR X® radial tires.
Circular Extrusion Manufacturing Process
A Michelin® exclusive, Michelin® AIRSTOP® tubes are formed without a circumferential splice, resulting in fewer joints and a more uniform tubewall thickness after inflation. This helps provide optimized reliability at a minimal weight.
Built-In Balance
All Michelin® AIRSTOP® tubes are manufactured to exacting balance tolerances (without correction), which meet or exceed all industry standards. This eliminates the need to further balance the wheel assembly in order to compensate for balance irregularities in the tube.
Easy Installation
Tube lubricant is factory applied to the tube exterior for easier installation and to help minimize foldover after installation and inflation. In addition, molded vent ridges help channel trapped air back to the valve stem for easy release.
Low Temperature Performance
Michelin® AIRSTOP® tubes are designed to perform in the extreme low operating temperature of minus 50o C, so you can confidently fly in cold weather with consistent, reliable performance.
High Quality Complies with Aerospace Standard AS50141.
The company SPECIALTY TIRES OF AMERICA (formerly McCREARY TIRE & RUBBER providing automotive tires) manufactures a wide range of aircraft tires under different brands including SUPER HAWK®, AIR HAWK®, AIR TRAC®, AERO CLASSIC® & AERO TRAINER® as well as matching tire tubes. Different brands (series) briefly presented below are separately listed. They are supplied with a standard Certificate of Conformance. If an FAA/EASA Form is needed and is available please mention during the order placement. In this case, additional cost may apply.
Inner tubes are also offered for tube type tires which generally share the same designation as the respective tire (e.g. a 5.00-5 inner tube fits a 5.00-5 tire) with exceptions when the inner tube can fit more than one aircraft tyre size (e.g. the 5.00-5 inner tube can be used in both the 5.00-5 as well as the 15×6.00-5 tires). Inner tubes are supplied with valves of different designs (e.g. straight or 90º bend valves) carrying respective designations. Accessories such as French Chalk, Valve Caps, and Cores are also available on request. For more information please refer to the supplied documentation.
SUPER HAWK® tires are the best choice when the highest levels of performance and extra-long tread life are required. Designed to handle higher landing speeds and heavier loads, these tires combine advanced design & over 90 years of precision tire craftsmanship resulting in premium belted aircraft tires that surpasse FAA specifications and match the performance of more expensive brands.
AIR HAWK® tires are premium grade & priced tires, but provide longer service life. Excellent choice for a wide range of applications. Improved tread compounds and high-strength casings offer added wear resistance and an extra measure of security. AIR HAWK® tires are FAA approved and tested by thousands of pilots, delivering a reliable, cost-effective performance under a wide variety of takeoff and landing conditions.
AIR TRAC® fine nylon cord narrow-ribbed, oval shaped tires are designed for soft field applications and rigidly tested to meet FAA Standard TSO-C62. The AIR TRAC tires consist an excellent choice for single engine, piston aircraft. Thesy are ideal for aircraft operated on grass strips while being perfectly usable on hard surfaces. These tires are are original equipment on many of today’s aircraft and offer a great performance in an economical tire. AIR TRAC® tubes are the perfect match to the AIR TRAC® tires.
AERO CLASSIC® tires are designed specially for classic planes including warbirds, DC-3's, and Beech 18's, often the only manufacturer producing tires for these aircraft. The product line includes over 50 tires and tubes, from 8" diameter for tailwheels, up to 56" diameter C-130 inner tubes. AERO CLASSIC® tubes are tested to MIL-I-5014F standard.
AERO TRAINER® tires are designed for flight schools with single engine trainers. They combine the high quality and durability with a competitive price.
TOST Flugzeuggerätebau designs and manufactures top quality products including aircraft wheels, brakes, tires, tubes, glider towing and launching equipment and tow releases serving the needs of aviation sports and industry. TOST and TOST AERO brands for tires are synonyms for safety in aviation.. TOST wheels are used worldwide in gliders, motor gliders, aircraft, ultralight, amphibium aircraft, helicopters and gyrocopters but also in heavy-duty applications.
TOST Landing Wheels (LR) are designed for use in aircraft as nose wheel, tail wheel, support wheel or as unbraked main wheel and they are offered in different series and various dimensions and constructions. TOST Disk Brake Wheels (SB) are presented separately.
Mini 150 & 180 Series, fitting tire diameters 150 mm and 180 mm respectively, are the smallest available wheels with pneumatic or foam-filled tires providing good suspension and absorption properties.
Moritz Series 3″ Tail Wheels are available in two versions: Moritz, a sturdy aluminium die-cast wheel hub with fins sector and Moritz II, a two-part wheel hub CNC milled from aluminium.
Max Series 3.5″ Tail Wheels fit tire size 200 x 50, widely used for tail wheels of gliders and motor gliders.
Classic Series 4″ Landing Wheels can be used as sturdy nose wheels and main wheels or for special purposes.
Tria 4″ Landing Wheels are convenient for applications, in which a low weight combined with a high strength are required.
Classic Series 5″ Landing Wheels are used as aircraft nose wheels and other heavy duty applications.
Penta 5″ Landing Wheels can be used to save weight as well as a possible replacement for landing wheels equipped with inch bearings.
The 5″ Tubeless Landing Wheels can be used to realisze a further weight reduction. The weight decrease is about 15% in total weight compared to a wheel hub with tire and tube (tubetype TT).
Mike Series 6″ Landing Wheels from aluminium diecast with deformable fins sector are particularly suitable for high loads.
Penta Series 6″ Landing Wheels can save weight compared to the Landing wheel (LR) of the 6″ Classic series.
Classic Series 10″ Landing Wheels can be used in the range of high-tensile special applications.
Matching TOST AERO tires and tubes are offered for all TOST Landing Wheels. Please consult the tables with information on available tires and tubes for the different series.
For additional information please refer to the Product Description section and the supplied documentation.
AIRFRAMES ALASKA designs and manufactures ALASKAN BUSHWHEEL (ABI) FAA/PMA approved wheels & brakes and tires (separately presented) made for flying and landing off-field in the most rugged backcountry conditions.
ABI FAA/PMA approved wheels and brakes include assembly kits as direct replacements for respective Cleveland wheel & brake assemblies, wheel assemblies, brake assemblies, brake calipers and other replacement parts.
For more information on ABI wheels and brakes please refer to the Product Description section and the supplied documentation.
McFARLANE® AVIATION MC0543022-2 Series FAA-PMA approved nose wheel steering rods s are intended for use on for Cessna 172 series aircraft replacing respective OEM steering rod,tube assemblies.They feature new re-designed long-life springs, hardened internal washer for greater durability, stainless steel tubes for improved corrosion resistance and optimum performance even after years of service.
Cessna Models' Application List:
172D,E,F,G,H,I,K,L,M,P
P172,
R172K
F172D,E,F,G,H,K,L,M,N,P
FP172
FR172E,F,G,H,J,K
172R
172S
Wheels, used in conjunction with tires, provide support for the tires and weight of the aircraft. Combined with brakes, they assist in directional and stopping control during aircraft ground maneuvers, taxi, takeoff, and landing. Brake assemblies and disc combinations are designed to properly and safely decelerate the aircraft under various conditions. Brake assemblies consist of one or more pistons depending upon the aircraft requirements.
CLEVELAND Aircraft Wheel & Brake Division, a PARKER HANNIFIN business unit, designs and manufactures wheels, brakes & assemblies for worldwide aircraft markets. CLEVELAND brand wheels and brakes are used on more than 80 percent of general aviation aircraft while their wheel assemblies are offered for military and business aviation applications. Their product lines include both TSO'd aircraft wheels, brakes, and wheel and brake assemblies for nose and main wheels to meet a variety of aircraft specifications and brake assembly interfaces. Offered through their worldwide distributor network for quick parts availability. Main and nose wheels are made from either aluminum castings, magnesium castings, or aluminum forgings. The main wheels are of the divided type, incorporating inner wheel half and outer wheel half, plus a disc, which are fastened together with tie bolts, washers, and nuts. They are offered in different models to work with different tire sizes. For example, their main wheel assemblies are designed for 6.00-6 tube tires while their #40-87 nose wheel assemblies are designed for 5.00-5 tube tires. Both are intended for use in general and business aviation, turboprop passenger, and helicopter applications. Sold in single pieces or in pairs whenever specified. Their key features include:
• Low maintenance for tubeless or tube-type
• Tapered roller bearings for dimensional stability and long life
• Molded grease seals for superior bearing bore sealing properties
• Split-rim design to allow ease of tire mounting
• High-strength through-bolts
• Sand castings and forgings
Nose wheel assemblies are made of magnesium or aluminum. Their key features include:
Load Capacity: Static load from 500 to 8600 lbs
Bearing Type: Tapered roller bearings
Size: 4 to 16 inch bead seat diameter
Torque Rating: Nut torque rating 90 to 150 in-lb dry; from 105 to 300 lube torque lb-inch
Weight: 3 to 18 lbs
For more information on the parts and quantities per assembly please refer to the respective illustrative parts list or contact us.
FAA 8130-3 Release Certification is available at additional cost. Please specify at the time of ordering.
Appearing prices are for units in NEW Condition. For units in USED Condition (mostly SERVICEABLE/OVERHAULED with proper certification) please contact us for availability and quotation.
Note: NCNR products: non-cancellable/non-returnable once the order is placed. Often require backordering to the manufacturer with significant lead times.
BRIDGESTONE® CORPORATION is the world's largest manufacturer of tires and other rubber products, delivering a wide range of innovative, premium product portfolio whch includes passanger and light truck tires, motorcycle tires, commercial truck and bus tires, aircraft and mining tires. The company also manufactures industrial rubber and chemical products, sporting goods, and other diversified products. Tires account for 80 percent of Bridgestone Group sales worldwide with sales of tires and other products in more than 150 nations.
BRIDGESTONE® has more than 80 years of experience and insistence on quality in aircraft tire manufacturing. The company supplies new and retread (*) tires to airlines and wheelshops worlwide remaining one of the most trusted brands in the aviation industry.
BRIDGESTONE® range of aircraft tires includes Bias, Radial and Revolutionarily Reinforced Radial Tires (RRR). They work under extremely severe conditions, carrying the weight of an aircraft up to 569 metric tons while accelerating up to 245 mph at takeoff, in addition to enduring varied environmental stress when in flight and taxiing.
The company manufactures its new aircraft tires in Japan while it operates aircraft tire retreading plants in Japan, the United States, Belgium and Hong Kong. Bridgestone provides airlines with seamless, global support for all of their product and maintenance needs in tires.
BRIDGESTONE® Bias tires feature enhanced tire durability, greater overload durability, reduced weight, new cord and performance improvements due to the integration of Tension Control Optimization (TCOT) and Aircraft Tire Tension Control Optimization (ACOT) Theory principles.
BRIDGESTONE® Radial tires feature lighter design, reduced rolling resistance, rigged belt design, added strength to belt and carcass plies and increased number of landings.
BRIDGESTONE® Revolutionarily Reinforced Radial Tires (RRR) feature superior safety, higher cut resistance, more casing durability after received Foreign Object Damage (F.O.D.), economy, less weight and more landing cycles (improved tire wear). They have been selected by Airbus and Boeing as OE tires for their respective aircraft.
Please refer to the supplied documentation and the Aircraft Tire Application Table for additional information.
(*) Retread tires have undergone a remanufacturing process to replace the worn tread on used tires with new tread to help extend the life of the tire. The number of times the tread has been replaced in the tire casing is indicated by a number just after the letter "R" in the product reference number (SKU), namely R1, R2, R3 and so on.
