The AMCA stealth fighter plane will have enhanced carbon brakes and MRF tyres developed and tested on the TEJAS MK-2 platform. This represents a significant leap in indigenous landing gear technology for India’s aerospace sector.
The improved carbon brakes provide better heat dissipation, allowing the aircraft to sustain greater thermal stresses upon landing. This effectively reduces wear and tear while increasing overall braking reliability.
MRF tyres, which were tested under extreme conditions on the TEJAS MK-2, offer better grip and longevity. They offer reduced stopping distances, which are essential for carrier-based and high-performance runway operations.
The integration of these components into the AMCA promotes longer cycle life, allowing the landing system to withstand more take-off and landing cycles without jeopardizing safety or performance.
The use of the same brakes and tyres on the TEJAS MK-2 and AMCA platforms simplifies spare parts transportation and lowers maintenance costs. This standardisation also makes training and inventory management easier for ground staff.
Enhanced energy absorption during landings is critical for heavy-weight recoveries, where the aircraft faces substantial landing forces. The enhanced materials and design contribute to effective dissipation of impact energy.p
The enhanced landing mechanism is especially useful in hot-and-high operational settings, where thinner air and greater temperatures make landing difficult and put stress on brakes and tires.
This breakthrough offers another step forward for indigenous aerospace materials and aero-systems ecosystems, demonstrating India’s expanding capabilities in vital fighter aircraft subsystems.
The enhanced landing gear components increase AMCA’s operational readiness and survivability, preparing it for a wide range of mission profiles, including carrier operations and advanced runway needs.
