For aft MLG towing, how many bridles are used?

• A. 6
• B. 4
• C. 8
• D. 2

Answer: (A)

Distributing the towing forces across multiple attachment points is what keeps the aircraft stable when it is being moved. For aft MLG towing on this airframe, six bridles are used—three on each side of the aft main landing gear. This arrangement spreads the pull evenly across the aft gear, helps maintain straight tracking, and provides redundancy so no single line bears all the load or becomes a sole point of failure. The geometry of the aft MLG and the weight distribution of the aircraft require this level of multi-point restraint to prevent overloading any one connection and to keep the gear aligned with the tow vehicle during taxi. Using fewer than six would concentrate forces and increase the risk of gear stress or steering issues, while more than six would overconstrain the system without additional safety benefits.