Pre spinning aircraft tires before landing?

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Pre-spinning aircraft tires before landing is proposed as a method to extend their lifespan and reduce runway rubber buildup. The discussion highlights that spinning tires to landing speed could potentially minimize wear and tear, thereby delaying the need for retreading. However, the practicality and safety implications of this approach require thorough examination, as it may introduce complexities in landing procedures and tire performance.

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Hello there,
I was just wondering why aircraft tires are not spun up to landing speed before touching down, wouldn't this allow them to be used for much longer before they need to get retreaded?

This would also cut down on the cleaning that happens on runways to remove the rubber right?
 
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