Michelin's new generation of aircraft tires has been launched, greatly improving performance

On June 25, Michelin recently released innovative radial tire technology developed specifically for the commercial aviation field. The Air X Sky Light is said to be not only 10-20% lighter than previous generation tires, but also provides better performance in terms of landing volume per tire (LPT), thereby reducing maintenance costs and reducing transportation costs for airlines.

In order to save aviation fuel, weight loss of tires has become crucial. In order to assess the impact of its products on the environment, Michelin conducted a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of tires. This assessment showed that the weight of a tire has a significant impact on its life cycle, especially since carrying a tire at high altitudes consumes a lot of energy.

During the development of the Air X Sky Light, Michelin adopted a crown architecture and optimized the tire footprint. It is understood that by using ultra-wear-resistant shell materials and the latest generation of hybrid cables and fabrics, the service life of the tire has been extended by 15-20%. These improvements make the Air X Sky Light a lighter aircraft tire than its predecessor.

The original size of the Air X Sky Light was developed to accommodate Dassault Aviation's future Falcon 10X, which will soon be tested. The development of other size will be based on the priorities of airlines and aircraft manufacturers, as the new size may take two to three years to manufacture. The application of this technology will bring more efficient transportation and lower costs to the commercial aviation field, injecting new vitality into the aviation industry.