Reducing Noise During Aircraft Wheel Deflating Activities

1. Reducing Noise During Aircraft
Wheel Deflating Activities
Use a Saf-Deflat-Aer or Easi-Deflat-
Aer

2. The Problem
• Noise Level of 117 dBA when deflating a
Boeing 747 Main Wheel pressurised to 195 PSI

3. The Solution No. 1
• Use a Saf-Deflat-Aer Model 1 PN 320008A
from Kestrel Engineering Ltd
Note: The same tool
can also be used for
the new Boeing B787
Dreamliner.

4. The Solution No. 2
• Use an Easi-Deflat-Aer Model 1 PN 320009A
from Kestrel Engineering Ltd

5. Can the tools be used for
other aircraft?
Yes, For example : The
Embraer E195 Series
wheel illustrated here.
The tool actually attached
to Aer Lingus Airbus A320
Main Wheel.

6. Which other airlines are
using the products?

7. Where can I obtain information
and purchase the products?