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14.54 Landing Gear - Fixed
14.54.2 Describe the construction of typical fixed landing skids on a light helicopter.
Construction of Fixed Landing Skids (Light Helicopter)
- Consist of two longitudinal skid tubes running parallel beneath the fuselage
- Connected by cross tubes attached to the airframe
- Skid tubes are usually made of steel or aluminium alloy
- Often fitted with wear shoes on the underside to reduce abrasion
- May include dampers or flexible cross tubes to absorb landing loads
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