Emergency Procedures

Main Gear Tire Failure During Takeoff Rotation

FAA Ref: FAA-S-ACS-6C Area IX Task C (Systems and Equipment Malfunctions)

Scenario & Physics Summary

Handling directional yaw control, directional braking hazards, and landing technique with a flat main tire.

Interactive 3D Visual Plates & Scenario Media

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Aerodynamic & Operational Physics

A blown main gear tire creates extreme asymmetrical drag, pulling aircraft toward the blown side.
If rotation speed V_R is achieved, continue climbout. Do NOT retract gear immediately if rubber debris could damage hydraulics.
Landing with blown tire: Land on runway side of GOOD tire, hold flat tire off ground as long as possible with aileron/rudder, use gentle aerodynamic braking.

FAA Exam Gotcha Alert

Exam Trap: Never apply heavy differential braking on the good tire at high speed as it can cause ground loop or loss of directional control.

Frequently Asked Questions & Exam Explanations

How should you land with a blown main landing gear tire?

Touch down on the good tire first, hold weight off the flat tire as long as possible using elevator and aileron, and maintain directional control with rudder.

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