MICHELIN AIR X Radial

Michelin introduced the world's first aircraft radial tire in 1981, the Michelin Air X range of tires offer many advantages over the traditional bias ply tire and available to fit many popular commercial, military and corporate aircraft.

Features such as :

• Up to 20-30% lighter in weight than comparable bias ply tires
• Cooler operating temperatures
• Quicker aircraft turn-arounds
• Up to 50% longer tire wear
• Reduced maintenance costs due to less tire changes
• Improved cut resistance
• Increased overload capacity
• Patented protector ply improves resistance to cuts
• Belt plies help to prevent tire squirm for longer tread life
• A More flexible casing than found on bias ply tires,
  often leading to increased taxiing comfort.