FAA AMT (Aviation Maintenance Technician) Airframe Practice Exam

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In an air/oil type of landing gear shock strut, what cushions the initial shock of landing?

  1. The fluid being forced through a metered opening

  2. A spring mechanism

  3. Air compression

  4. Hydraulic pistons

The correct answer is: The fluid being forced through a metered opening

In an air/oil type of landing gear shock strut, the initial shock of landing is cushioned by the fluid being forced through a metered opening. This mechanism allows for controlled and gradual dissipation of the energy generated during the landing impact. Hydraulic pistons and air compression alone are not sufficient to absorb and dissipate the landing shock effectively. While a spring mechanism can help in the overall shock absorption, the primary method in an air/oil type shock strut is the controlled flow of fluid through a metered opening, hence making option A the correct answer.

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