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seabird
22nd Apr 2017, 08:24
Hi, could any kind soul knows what is this pin and what are they for on a 737-800?? Thx

Newgen Jock
22nd Apr 2017, 09:01
Frangible hydraulic fitting, such that in the event of retracting a spinning wheel with shredded/flailing tyre sections, the fitting would break, releasing the retracting line hydraulic pressure to ensure all gears fall back down again. This then prevents spinning tyre debris going into the wheel well, where there are many vulnerable hydraulic lines & other components.:ok:

seabird
23rd Apr 2017, 22:30
Many thanks Newgen Jock. That was very helpful. Cheers