When would you retract the landing gear after takeoff?
Once a positive rate of climb is established, the pilot should retract the flaps and landing gear (if equipped). It is recommended that takeoff power be maintained until reaching an altitude of at least 500 feet above the surrounding terrain or obstacles.
Does nose landing gear have brakes?
Nose Wheel Spin Brake, Installed at the top of the nose wheel well (one for each nose wheel). They are stopped by their own brakes when the landing gear lever is moved to UP position.
What is the purpose of the landing gear discharge valve located on the pneumatic panel?
The landing gear control manifold is equipped with a pneumatic line to engage a pneumatic override valve to allow the use of the emergency blowdown system. The pneumatic override valve becomes latched in the blowdown position in order to prevent hydraulic fluid from entering the gear extend and retract lines.
What is the most common way to retract landing gear?
A more common use of electricity in gear retraction systems is that of an electric/hydraulic system found in many Cessna and Piper aircraft. This is also known as a power pack system. A small lightweight hydraulic power pack contains several components required in a hydraulic system.
What is a shimmy damper?
The shimmy damper (or dampener) is a hydraulic shock absorber installed on either the nose or main wheel forks and is attached to the aircraft structure. The slow movement of the piston allows the wheels to pivot so the aircraft can be steered on the ground.
How is landing gear retracted?
Landing Gear Systems An electrical landing gear retraction system utilizes an electrically-driven motor for gear operation. The system is basically an electrically-driven jack for raising and lowering the gear. If the switch is moved to the DOWN position, the motor reverses and the gear moves down and locks.
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