Landing Gear and Brakes Practice Test 2026 – The Complete Guide to Master Your Exam!

When the gear is not aligned properly, its parts don’t move through the intended clearance path. That misalignment causes contact between the gear, doors, or wheel assemblies and nearby structure during extension or retraction, which shows up as obvious rubbing or scuffing. That rubbing is a direct, visible indication that the geometry isn’t correct.

A hydraulic leak points to the hydraulic system itself, not the gear’s alignment. If the gear retraction cycle is normal, that suggests the mechanism is functioning and aligned as designed. Tire wear can result from several factors such as tire pressure, loading, or road conditions, and isn’t a direct, reliable sign of misalignment.