The reason for fitting thermal plugs to aircraft wheels is that they:
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| 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. |
