Dunlop Aircraft Tyres is displaying tyres for ATR turboprops at the show. The UK-based specialist manufacturer is showcasing its new radial main wheel tyre for the ATR 72. It also announced that flight evaluations of tyres for the smaller ATR 42 have started with airlines. "These new tyres have been developed in response to demand from ATR operators for more choice," said the company's chairman, Ian Edmondson.
Source: Flight Daily News
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