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Aircraft Pushback Tractors
Aircraft pushback tractors are specialised vehicles used to push aircraft away from the gate or parking stand, allowing them to start their engines and taxi out to the runway. These tractors are typically small, powerful, and manoeuvrable, and are fitted with a tow bar or tow hitch that attaches to the nose landing gear of the aircraft. The driver of the tractor communicates with the pilot of the aircraft via radio, co-ordinating the pushback process and ensuring that the aircraft is safely moved away from the gate. Pushback tractors are an essential part of ground handling operations at airports, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient movement of aircraft. They are designed to be compatible with a range of aircraft types and sizes, and are equipped with safety features such as brakes, lights, and backup alarms to prevent accidents and ensure the safety of personnel and equipment.
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Airside Cargo Handling
A directory of suppliers who provide cargo handling services and solutions as well as all the latest news about the area.
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Boarding Bridges
A directory of suppliers who provide passenger handling services and solutions, such as airstairs and jet bridges. You will of course also find all the latest news about the area. Boarding bridges, also known as jet bridges, are enclosed, movable walkways that connect the airport terminal gate to the aircraft door, providing a safe and efficient way for passengers to board and deplane from the aircraft.
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Crash, Fire & Rescue
A directory of suppliers who provide crash, fire and rescue services and solutions, including vehicles such as airport crash tenders, as well as all the latest news about the area.
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De-icing Trucks
De-icing trucks at airports are specialised vehicles equipped with large tanks that contain de-icing fluids such as glycol. They are used to remove snow, ice and frost from the exterior of aircraft before takeoff. During cold weather, ice can accumulate on the wings, tail and fuselage of an aircraft, which can interfere with the aerodynamics of the plane and potentially cause it to crash. To prevent this from happening, de-icing trucks spray a mixture of water and de-icing fluid on to the aircraft's surface, breaking up and removing the ice. The suppliers on this page provide de-icing solutions.
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Fuel & Fuelling Equipment
A directory of suppliers who provide fuel and fuelling equipment as well as all the latest news about the area.
Ground Support Equipment News
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ZIEGLER to Deliver World's First Hybrid ARFF to Cranfield Airport
ZIEGLER Group will supply the world’s first hybrid aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle to Cranfield Airport in Bedfordshire, UK.
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Siemens Logistics Partners With Qatar Airways Group on Digitalising Cargo Handling
Siemens Logistics, Qatar Airways Cargo and Qatar Aviation Services (QAS) Cargo are cooperating on digitalising cargo handling processes.
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London Stansted Opens New Double Airbridge
London Stansted Airport has opened a new double airbridge to boost its ability to handle long-haul aircraft.
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Frankfurt Airport to Expand Its Electrified Ground Services Fleet
The State of Hesse is providing Fraport AG with 690,000 EUR to help electrify Frankfurt Airport's (FRA) ground services.
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Germany: WheelTug and Düsseldorf Airport to Study Feasibility of Electric Taxiing
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FAA Awards $31 Million to Expand Cargo Infrastructure at US Airports
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has awarded more than 31 million USD to expand cargo infrastructure at nine airports in the US.
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UL Solutions Launches New Standard for Electric Ground Support Equipment
UL Solutions has launched a new service and standard for evaluating lithium-ion battery-powered electric ground support equipment at airport…
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Lödige Industries to Automate Cargo Facility at JFK
Aeroterm has selected Lödige Industries to automate the cargo system at John F. Kennedy International Airport‘s (JFK) new facility.
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Stuttgart Airport Deploys Autonomous Snow Clearing Vehicles
Aebi Schmidt Group and Flughafen Stuttgart are testing autonomous snow clearing vehicles and equipment at Stuttgart airport.
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Italy: Torino Airport Achieves Zero-Emission Aircraft Turnaround
Torino Airport is deploying an electrically powered fleet of ground handling vehicles to achieve zero-emission aircraft turnarounds.
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dnata to Trial AeroVect's Autonomous Ground Support Equipment
Aircraft ground handler, dnata has partnered with AeroVect to pilot and deploy its autonomous ground support equipment.
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Jersey Airport to Support Hydrogen-Powered Flights
Ports of Jersey, Blue Islands and Universal Hydrogen have announced a collaboration to power flights to and from Jersey Airport with hydroge…
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IAG Cargo Trials First Electric Terminal Tractor at London Heathrow
IAG Cargo has begun trials of its first Terberg electric terminal tractor at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
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Brisbane Airport Unveils Australia’s First All-Electric Refueller
Air bp will operate Australia's first all-electric refuelling vehicle to help reduce emissions at Brisbane Airport.
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AGI Acquires ATS to Expand Ground Handling Services
Alliance Ground International (AGI) has acquired Airport Terminal Services (ATS) as part of its ongoing growth strategy.
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National Express Trials Electric Bus at London Stansted
National Express is trialling an electric bus to carry passengers from their gate to the plane at London Stansted Airport.
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Should Airports be Preparing for Electric-Powered Flight?
At a Future Mobility Sector Day, Petalite argued that the industry needs an increased focus on charging infrastructure for electric aircraft…
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Agility Completes Acquisition of Menzies Aviation
Agility has finalised its acquisition of John Menzies PLC and will combine the company with its National Aviation Services (NAS) business.
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AlbaStar to Deploy WheelTug Electric Taxi System
WheelTug has signed Spanish airline, AlbaStar as its Launch Customer for Europe to deploy the WheelTug electric taxi solution.
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All Airports in England to be Zero-Emission by 2040
At Farnborough International Airshow, the UK government released its Jet Zero strategy, mandating all airports to be zero-emission by 2040.
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easyJet and SEA Collaborate on Sustainable Operations at Milan Airports
SEA and easyJet have signed a Letter of Intent to collaborate on implementing more sustainable airport operations in Milan.
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LAWA Promotes Unleaded Aviation Fuel Adoption at VNY
Los Angeles World Airports and Signature Flight Support are accelerating the adoption of unleaded aviation fuel at Van Nuys Airport (VNY).
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Building a Sustainable Aviation Industry From the Ground Up
To advance a sustainable future for the aviation industry, it remains crucial for airlines to continue decarbonising ground operations.
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DAMM Is Reaching a Milestone at Critical Communications World
DAMM Cellular Systems invites you to visit them at Critical Communications World in Vienna, Austria from 21 to 23 June at stand F110.