GENERALThe nose gear retracts forward into the fuselage, and is thus favorably assisted by aerodynamic moments during gear extension.The nose gear includes:- a shock strut assembly,- a drag strut assembly,- a lock stay assembly,- a gear actuating cylinder,- nose wheel steering system components.SHOCK STRUT ASSEMBLYThe shock strut assembly is attached to the structure by two trunnions. It includes the shock absorber.