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The most common landing gear for helicopters is skid-type gear, which is ideal for landing on various surfaces. Some skid gear designs include dampers that absorb touchdown shocks, preventing them from being transferred to the main rotor system, while others use the flexing of the skid attachment arms to cushion impacts. To protect against excessive wear, landing skids often feature heavy-duty skid shoes installed underneath the gear. These skid shoes absorb shocks and can be easily replaced when worn out.

Helicopters can also be equipped with floats for water landings or skis for operations on snow or soft terrain. Another option is wheeled landing gear, which can be arranged in a tricycle or four-point configuration. Typically, the nose or tail gear is free to swivel, enabling easy ground taxiing.