Annotation of standard text SAE AIR1353C :
The main purpose of this test was to determine the application advantages of cushion tow hitches in comparison to the commonly used rigid tow hitch type fitted on heavy aircraft towing tractors.
As diverse opinions emerged about its suitability since the introduction on the market of this new tow hitch type, it was intended to physically measure and evaluate the damping capability of this cushioned tow link when applied in practice.
SUBJECT TAXONOMY: Aircraft operations, Ground support, Fleet management, Maintainability and supportability, Safety, Tests and Testing
SUBFILE: Aerospace
TYPE OF DOCUMENT: Aerospace Standard
Stabilized: Dec 2012 