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Old 24th July 2003 | 21:29
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avioniker
 
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I think we need to get the terminology down here.
Nosewheel brakes are brakes installed on the wheel and axle to aid in stopping the aircraft.
Spindown brakes are pads installed in the wheel well which come into contact with the tires to stop their spinning after retraction.
All aircraft have some means of braking the wheels after retraction.
Not all aircraft have brakes installed on the wheels.
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