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353 - ATPL - To reduce the risk of tyre burst due to overheating, for example after heavy braking during a rejected take-off, aircraft wheels may be fitted with:

Question 353 - Aircraft General Knowledge - Airframe, Systems, Powerplant - ATPL - Airline Transport Pilot license

A pressure-relief valve in the filler valve only.
Thermal fuse plugs that melt at a preset temperature and deflate the tyre.
A water-injection cooling system.
An anti-skid emergency-burst function linked to tyre temperature.

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