LAS VEGAS, Nev., October 10, 2011 – The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company announced today at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) 64th Annual Meeting and Convention that its newest Flight Radial® tire has successfully completed certification testing by Cessna Aircraft Company for the main landing gear fitment of Cessna Excel-XLS business jets.
“Goodyear has again expanded its radial product offering with this latest certification from Cessna,” said Eric Varndell, global marketing manager, aviation tires, Goodyear.
On display at Desser Tire & Rubber Company’s NBAA booth (number C9329), Goodyear’s newest Flight Radial tire features lighter-weight radial construction, as well as the deepest tread depth available for Cessna Excel, XLS, and XLS+ jets. “Combined, these features will help operators lower their costs,” he said.
The Flight Radial for Cessna Citation 560 jets (part number 235Q48-2, size 23.5x8.0R12) will be available through Cessna Parts and other Goodyear distributors starting in the fourth quarter of 2011.
“More business jets have landed on Goodyear brand tires than any other brand, making them a preferred choice for business jet operators,” noted Varndell. “With this new offering, we will continue to broaden our reach in the radial aviation tire market.”
The 2011 NBAA Annual Meeting and Convention is taking place Oct. 10-12 at the Las Vegas (Nev.) Convention Center. Goodyear is a leading supplier of aviation tires for commercial, military and general aviation aircraft. Operating a global business from its Akron, Ohio headquarters, Goodyear manufactures aviation tires and retreads in the United States, Thailand, Brazil, and The Netherlands. For more information on Goodyear aviation tires, retreading and services, visit www.goodyearaviation.com.
