Strap over 500,000 pounds to its back and it would be, well, nothing. But airplane tires manage that impact every day, without incident. They're made to withstand hitting the pavement at extreme ...

Since they're intended for rougher, isolated areas, bush planes are enhanced in various ways to withstand these conditions. Their landing gear is sturdier, and they can put on skis, thick tires ...

Strap over 500,000 pounds to its back and it would be, well, nothing. But airplane tires manage that impact every day, without incident. They're made to withstand hitting the pavement at extreme ...