7.4.
LANDING WITH A FLAT MAIN TIRE
If it’s suspected a main tire defect or it’s reported to be defective:
1.
Pre-landing checklist: Complete
2.
Flaps: Land
3.
Land the aeroplane on the side of runway opposite to the defective tire (if
detected) to compensate the change in direction which is to be expected
during final rolling
4.
Touchdown with the GOOD TIRE FIRST (if detected) and hold aircraft
with the flat tire off the ground as long as possible by mean of aileron
and rudder control.
As aircraft stops
5.
Engine securing: Perform (see Para. 3)
6.
Airplane evacuation: Perform (see Para. 2.4)
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