Landing Gear Shock Absorption Testing of Civil Aircraft
ARP5644A
The intent of this document is to provide recommended practices for conducting shock absorption testing of civil aircraft landing gear equipped with oleo-pneumatic shock absorbers. The primary focus is for Part 25 aircraft, but differences for Part 23, 27, and 29 aircraft are provided where appropriate.
Rationale:
The report is revised to: (1) update references for Part 23 aircraft, (2) add a section on unique Russian requirements, (3) update section on gas absorption testing, (4) add equation for drop height, (5) update all equations for latest version of Word, and (6) include other minor updates and corrections.
Related Topics:
Landing gear
Aircraft tails
Aircraft
Tire friction
Data acquisition and handling
Test equipment and instrumentation
Control systems
Test facilities
Also known as: SAE ARP 5644
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