Taking a careful look at the pressure in each of the tires before taking off is standard for any good preflight. But do you just take a glance at the wheels to see if they appear to be inflated? Using a pressure gauge once in a while to make sure your tires are inflated to the pressure recommended in the Pilot’s Operating Handbook will reduce your likelihood of a mishap.
Use a Tire Pressure Gauge
Key Takeaways:
- Thorough preflight checks, including using a tire pressure gauge, are essential for ensuring proper tire inflation and preventing mishaps.
- The author experienced a flat tire during taxi despite a visual preflight, highlighting the insufficiency of visual inspections alone.
- This incident reinforced the importance of consistently using a tire pressure gauge for preflight tire checks.
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