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144 - ATPL - The reason for fitting thermal plugs to aircraft wheels is that they:

Question 144 - Aircraft General Knowledge - Airframe, Systems, Powerplant - ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license

Prevent heat transfer from the brake disks to the tyres.

Prevent the brakes from overheating.

Release air from the tyre in the event of overpressure.

Release air from the tyre in the event of overheating.

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