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14 CFR · Part 27

14 CFR § 27.733

Tires.

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Read in Subpart D
Part 27 Contents
  • Subpart A: General
  • Subpart B: Flight
  • Subpart C: Strength Requirements
  • Subpart D: Design and Construction
  • Subpart E: Powerplant
  • Subpart F: Equipment
  • Subpart G: Operating Limitations and Information
  • Appendix A to Part 27: Instructions for Continued Airworthiness
  • Appendix B to Part 27: Airworthiness Criteria for Helicopter Instrument Flight
  • Appendix C to Part 27: Criteria for Category A
  • Appendix D to Part 27: HIRF Environments and Equipment HIRF Test Levels
(a)

Each landing gear wheel must have a tire—

(1)

That is a proper fit on the rim of the wheel; and

(2)

Of the proper rating.

(b)

The maximum static load rating of each tire must equal or exceed the static ground reaction obtained at its wheel, assuming—

(1)

The design maximum weight; and

(2)

The most unfavorable center of gravity.

(c)

Each tire installed on a retractable landing gear system must, at the maximum size of the tire type expected in service, have a clearance to surrounding structure and systems that is adequate to prevent contact between the tire and any part of the structure or systems.

Reflects the eCFR edition current as of September 29, 2026. Retrieved from ecfr.gov on October 16, 2026.

Primary Source

  • Official Source (14 CFR · Part 27)