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1 A FEW INCHES 2 Helping you fly above the clouds military AVIATION

2 A FEW INCHES 2 OF ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE Radial technology is primarily used for fighter jet tires. Radial tires are lighter and recognized for their excellent reliability and superior performance.

MICHELIN AIR X RADIAL TIRES Provides Peace of Mind Exceptional resistance to foreign object damage (FOD).

Designed to burn less fuel. Environmentally Friendly Radial tire construction is designed to utilize fewer components.

More Landings Extra strong radial casing design Flexible radial casing reduces tread squirm.

3 MICHELIN AIR X RADIAL TIRES Provides Peace of Mind Exceptional resistance to foreign object damage (FOD). Michelin is a trusted brand of aircraft manufacturers. Reduces Operating Costs Radial casing design helps to provide more landings. Designed to burn less fuel. Environmentally Friendly Radial tire construction is designed to utilize fewer components. Less fuel used means less CO2 emissions. More Landings Extra strong radial casing design Flexible radial casing reduces tread squirm. Fuel Savings Lightweight radial design = measurable savings and increased range. Weather Protection Special sidewall compounds for longterm ozone and UV light protection. Resistance to Foreign Object Damage (FOD) Ultra-Strong Radial Technology. Labor Savings Fewer tire changes due to more landings.

MICHELIN AIR BIAS TIRES MICHELIN bias tires offer proven

applications with heavy load requirements.

Weather Protection Special sidewall compounds for longterm

Wet Grip Designed to provide excellent hydroplane resistance.

4 MICHELIN AIR BIAS TIRES MICHELIN bias tires offer proven performance and reliability, and are ideal for demanding applications with heavy load requirements. TRANSPORT Strong tire sidewalls help reduce tire damages when landing on rough surfaces. HELICOPTERS Bias technology better meets the helicopter tire stiffness requirements. Long Tire Life Highly-durable rubber compounds. Weather Protection Special sidewall compounds for longterm ozone and UV light protection. Wet Grip Designed to provide excellent hydroplane resistance. outstanding Stability Extra-strong sidewalls for enhanced nose landing gear safety. Exceptional Balance Exclusive manufacturing process results in built-in balance for smooth taxing and even tire wear.

5 A FEW INCHES 2 OF THE BEST BALANCE

6 A FEW INCHES 2 OF BOLD INNOVATIVE ADVANCES A TECHNOLOGICAL LEADER IN THE AVIATION INDUSTRY Backed by a multi-million dollar R&D budget, Michelin is a driving force for innovation in aircraft tire technology. A long-term commitment to military aircraft manufacturers: Commitment to support key military aircraft development like the F35 Program and Eurofighter. Capability to supply tires for the length of the aircraft life. TOP-QUALITY SERVICE AROUND THE GLOBE Michelin s military tire expertise can be delivered worldwide. We have a dedicated sales force and customer support engineers around the globe to best serve your needs. long storage, same tire life MICHELIN aircraft tires or tubes have no age limit and may be placed in service, regardless of their age, provided all inspection criteria for service/storage/mounting and individual customer imposed restrictions are met. (source: Care & service manual)

A FEW INCHES 2 OF PIONEERING HERITAGE st 1915-1919 1916 Almost 2 000 Bréguet aircraft are built at Michelin s first plant.

st 2011 2017 Launch of the first connected aircraft tire project by Michelin aircraft tires, in partnership with Safran. Michelin selected on the Chinese COMAC 919.

2010 Radial NZG selected as OE equipment on the Airbus A350 and the Bombardier C-series.

Concorde returns to the skies thanks to Michelin s new NZG technology. 1997 Development of new Bias technology for aircraft tires.

new form of mobility and proposed a contest to encourage the development of the aviation industry.

7 A FEW INCHES 2 OF PIONEERING HERITAGE st Almost Bréguet aircraft are built at Michelin s first plant. The world s first cement runway is built by Michelin in Clermont-Ferrand. st Launch of the first connected aircraft tire project by Michelin aircraft tires, in partnership with Safran. Michelin selected on the Chinese COMAC Michelin offers the French government its help in designing a true bomber in response to WWI outbreak Radial NZG selected as OE equipment on the Airbus A350 and the Bombardier C-series Edouard and André Michelin establish Michelin as a small rubber factory in Clermont- Ferrand France Michelin joins the solar impulse project. Concorde returns to the skies thanks to Michelin s new NZG technology Development of new Bias technology for aircraft tires. FOR MORE THAN A CENTURY ENHANCING MOBILITY IN THE AIR SINCE 1908 In 1908, when manned fl ight was still in its infancy, the Michelin brothers understood the full potential of this new form of mobility and proposed a contest to encourage the development of the aviation industry. They were among the first to realize the power of aviation in combat and encouraged the progress of the military aviation industry Michelin develops the first radial tire for a U.S. military aircraft, the McDonnell- Douglas F15E. The world s first operational aircraft radial tire is introduced for the Mirage III fighter jet. Radial tire technology is invented by Michelin. Michelin named the exclusive supplier of tires for the U.S. Space Shuttle. Michelin develops the first radial tire for a regional aircraft, the ATR Michelin labeled specialists in suspension systems. Did you know? André Michelin was a co-founder of the Aéro-Club de France created in 1898.

Highly-Experienced Aviation Experts Michelin s aviation business unit includes a dedicated team of technical experts and sales professionals devoted strictly to aircraft tires.

8 Highly-Experienced Aviation Experts Michelin s aviation business unit includes a dedicated team of technical experts and sales professionals devoted strictly to aircraft tires. Michelin provides expert tire program solutions including tire care, service training and technical visits. Michelin offers worldwide coverage through an integrated global team that shares best practices across all disciplines. Michelin has a long and storied history in aviation dating back to Europe, CIS, Middle East & Africa Michelin Aircraft Tyre 23, Place des Carmes-Déchaux Clermont-Ferrand Cedex 9 France Ph: +33 (0) Fax: +33 (0) North, Central & South America Michelin Aircraft Tire Company One Parkway South Greenville, South Carolina USA Ph: Fax: MICHELIN SALES OFFICE LOCATIONS Asia and Oceania Thailand (Main Office) Michelin Siam Co., Ltd. Head Office in Bangkok 33/4 Rama 9 Road, Huay Kwang Sub-district, Huay Kwang District, Bangkok 10310, Thailand Ph: Fax: Australia Michelin Aircraft Tire Company Suite Lexington Drive Bella Vista NSW 2154 PH +61 (2) Fax: +61 (2) China Michelin Aircraft Tire Company B. Area, 1/F Building of Technology Tower Beijing Electronic Zone (BEZ) 9 Jiu Xian Qiao East Road Chao Yang District Beijing Ph: +86 (0) Ext 628 Fax: +86 (0) Japan Nihon Michelin Tire Co., Ltd. Aircraft Tire Product Line Shinjuku Park Tower 13F, 3-7-1, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, , Japan Ph: +81 (3) Fax: +81 (3) 5990 Copyright 2018 All rights reserved. The Michelin Man is a registered trademark owned by Michelin

A FEW INCHES 2 Helping you fly above the clouds. military AVIATION

A FEW INCHES 2 Helping you fly above the clouds military AVIATION OF ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE MICHELIN AIR X RADIAL TIRES Provides Peace of Mind Exceptional resistance to foreign object damage (FOD). Michelin