Properly Inflated Aircraft Tyres
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What to do
Aircraft owners and operators should ensure that relevant personnel are informed about the importance of correct tyre pressures and the use of calibrated gauges. They should follow servicing safety precautions and conduct tyre pressure checks as specified in maintenance manuals. There is no mandatory compliance deadline, but adherence to these recommendations is strongly advised to maintain operational safety.
Summary
EASA Safety Information Bulletin SIB No. 2013-10 is an advisory document addressing the importance of properly inflated aircraft tyres for all aircraft equipped with inflatable tyres, including helicopters. It endorses the Federal Aviation Administration's Safety Alert for Operators SAFO 11001 and highlights the operational safety concerns related to tyre pressure during taxi, takeoff, and landing phases.
What changed
This bulletin introduces EASA's endorsement of the FAA's recommendations on tyre inflation, emphasizing the need for awareness among personnel regarding proper tyre pressures, use of calibrated pressure gauges, servicing safety precautions, and adherence to maintenance manual tyre pressure intervals. It applies these recommendations broadly to all aircraft with inflatable tyres, not limited to U.S.-origin aircraft.
Why it matters
Proper tyre inflation is critical to maintaining safe aircraft operations and preventing performance issues during key flight phases. Aviation professionals, including operators and maintenance teams, must understand and implement these recommendations to avoid potential safety hazards and ensure compliance with best practices. Although not mandatory, following these guidelines helps mitigate risks associated with tyre under- or over-inflation.
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