1685FCC Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 Hey all, I have a gee whiz brake question here. The other I was told that the Navy has full system 3000 psi to the brakes unlike USAF aircraft that have 2030 psi to the brakes. Why do we limit our pressures? No big reason, just wandering why. The only thing I can think of is the possibility of leaks?? Have a good one! Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheema Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 something new for me.... i thought we had 3000 psi pressure too.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve1300 Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 It depends on which part number power brake control valve your aircraft uses. Some military planes used the original valve which limits pressure, but some models use the dash-one version which provides full system pressure. I am not certain, but there is evidence that the original limitation on pressure was because of the brake assembly used on the aircraft. At one time, if the pressure to the brakes exceeded 2100 PSI, we were required to disasseble and inspect the discs for damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RZHill Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 The pressure was changed in the 85 fiscal year build and up. RZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 MC-130E Combat Talon 1 aircraft were modified to incorporate the 3000 PSI brake system. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donwon Posted June 11, 2010 Share Posted June 11, 2010 Why am I thinking 2800psi for the A,s? CRS aint it wonderful. I can say anything and if its rong, blame it on CRS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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