In line with the advancement of China’s civil aviation manufacturing capabilities, Chinese petchem firm Sinochem’s subsidiary Guilin Lanyu Aviation Tyre Co. has obtained China’s Civil Aviation Technical Standards Approval (CTSOA) for its domestically produced large aircraft radial tyres, marking a significant breakthrough for China’s aviation industry.
The approval, issued recently by the Central and Southern Regional Administration of the Civil Aviation Administration of China, covers both main and front tyres designed specifically for China’s C919 aircraft programme.
This development represents the first time domestic civil aviation radial tyres will be equipped on Chinese-manufactured large passenger aircraft, signalling China’s growing self-reliance in critical aviation components.
The tyres feature advanced specifications, including a rated speed of 235 miles/hour and an overspeed landing capability of 250 miles/hour. They also incorporate a corrugated anti-puncture structure to enhance safety during flight operations.