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    • JBT LEKTRO, Inc.

    Warrenton, OR 97146

    COMPANY OVERVIEW

    About JBT LEKTRO, Inc.

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    1190 SE Flightline Drive
    Warrenton, OR 97146
    USA
    http://www.lektro.com
    503-861-2288
    800-535-8767
    503-861-2283

    More Info on JBT LEKTRO, Inc.

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    LEKTRO is the global leader in electric, towbarless aircraft towing vehicles. Their patented universal cradle gently lifts the nose gear and allows for unparalleled towing maneuverability.

    LEKTRO invented the first towbarless towing vehicle in 1967 and continues to pioneer leading technologies for safer, more efficient aircraft towing. Their all-electric towing vehicles come in five different model series that can handle aircraft ranging from the smallest piston aircraft to narrow body airliners like the Boeing 757.

    LEKTRO has more OEM towing certifications and is used by more OEMs than any other towbarless tug manufacturer.

    It's not just a tug, it's a LEKTRO--the ultimate aircraft towing vehicle.

    Products and Press Releases

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    LEKTRO aircraft towing equipment
    Pushbacks, Tractors & Utility Vehicles

    LEKTRO Aircraft Tractor Series

    Oct. 24, 2023
    For next-level reliability, LEKTRO electric, towbarless tractors from JBT AeroTech Corporation, a subsidiary of Oshkosh Corporation, have become a prominent resource for both ...
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    LEKTRO 87

    May 18, 2023
    LEKTRO 87 tow tractors are designed to tow aircraft with a MTOW up to 85,000 lbs., making them ideal for pushbacks and towing of turboprop aircraft and most wide-body business...
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    Pushbacks, Tractors & Utility Vehicles

    Electric Towbarless Aircraft Tugs

    Oct. 16, 2019
    With a reliable, easy to maintain design and all-weather capability, there's a LEKTRO model suitable for most applications from small piston aircraft to a BBJ or ACJ.
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    Airbus Takes Delivery of LEKTRO’s 5,400th Electric Tug

    Dec. 5, 2018
    LEKTRO, Inc. reached a new milestone delivering their 5,400th aircraft tug to Airbus at their manufacturing facility in Hamburg, Germany.
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    Southwest Airlines Takes Delivery of LEKTRO’s 5,300th Electric Towbarless Tug

    May 21, 2018
    The new units replaced Southwest’s conventional fossil-fueled tractor fleet at SJC. Their use will ensure safe and reliable pushback operations while lowering the overall carbon...
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    Pushbacks, Tractors & Utility Vehicles

    AP8950SDB-AL-250 Towbarless Pushback Tractor

    Sept. 28, 2017
    JBT LEKTRO’s AP8950SDB-AL-250 is an emissions-free, towbarless pushback tractor. Certified to tow virtually every narrow-body airliner from the B757 down through regional turboprops...
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    LEKTRO First To Be Certified On Boeing’s 737 MAX

    Sept. 26, 2017
    Capable of towing up to 210,000 lb. aircraft, the AP8950SDB-AL-200 is the first Towbarless Towing Vehicle (TLTV) to be certified to handle the new Boeing aircraft.
    Pictured (L to R) Larry Laney, Southwest Airlines Ground Support Director and Eric Paulson, President of LEKTRO.
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    LEKTRO Named Southwest Airlines Equipment Provider of the Year

    July 24, 2017
    The airline utilizes LEKTRO’s model AP8950SDB-AL-200 towbarless pushback tractors, which first debuted in 2014 and are certified to move every aircraft in Southwest’s inventory...
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    American Airlines Takes Delivery of LEKTRO’s 5,000th Electric Tug

    March 3, 2017
    Los Angeles, California –LEKTRO, Inc. reached a milestone today delivering their 5,000th aircraft tug to American Airlines at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). To date,...
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    LEKTRO Rings in 70th Anniversary with Heritage and a Hybrid

    Nov. 20, 2015
    LEKTRO featured their Airporter, the world’s first towbarless aircraft tug at the Las Vegas Convention Center and their new diesel/electric hybrid, the AP8850SDA-H at the NBAA...

    Articles & News

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    Getting ahead of the problem by offering top-notch parts and technical support, dedicated maintenance assistance and technical training ensures that a manufacturer's logo is seen rolling down the flight line of the world's airports for years to come.
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    Chief Warrant Officer Greg McDermott stands in front of a new fleet of SATS, a standardized tow tractor developed originally for the United States Army.
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    CWO Greg McDermott: Ground Support Team Leader 2012

    May 24, 2012
    United States Coast Guard Chief Warrant Officer Greg McDermott has spent the past 12 years in charge of GSE purchasing and training for the USCG’s only Aviation Logistics Center...

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    Jesse Long

    Executive Vice-President

    Henry Balensifer

    Communications Director

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    Lektro Ushers in 70th Anniversary With A Bang

    Sept. 3, 2015
    The events ranged from salmon fishing charters and sightseeing tours, to a main event at the county fairgrounds with obstacle courses, a game show and a static display of legacy...
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    LEKTRO Moves The Blue Angels

    July 20, 2015
    LEKTRO is proud to support the Oregon International Air Show with two of their all-electric, towbarless aircraft tugs for use by the U.S. Navy Blue Angels Flight Demonstration...
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    LEKTRO Hires New Engineering Director

    June 26, 2015
    Anya Getman, Ph.D., will lead LEKTRO’s product design, certifications and technology development efforts.
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    LEKTRO Celebrates 70th Anniversary

    May 8, 2015
    LEKTRO kicked off their 70th anniversary in business at the NBAA Maintenance Managers Conference with a dinner cruise on the Willamette River.
    Pictured L to R: Sergio Oliveira e Silva (Engineering Manager of Jet Aviation Hong Kong), Nigel Parker (Managing Director of Jet Aviation Hong Kong), Jesse Long (Executive Vice President of LEKTRO, Inc.).
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    Jet Aviation Orders A LEKTRO For Its New Macau Operation

    April 16, 2015
    Last year Jet Aviation bought the 4,500th LEKTRO for its new Dubai operation.
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    At NBAA LEKTRO’s president, Eric Paulson, handed the keys of the 4,500th LEKTRO tug, a model AP8850SDA, to Stefan Benz, Jet Aviation’s vice president of Jet Aviation MRO and FBO Services, EMEA & Asia.
    Trade Associations & Events

    LEKTRO Announces Sales Of Its 4,500th Tug

    Oct. 22, 2014
    Company hands keys to tug to Jet Aviation Dubai at opening day of NBAA Convention.
    Capable of towing up to 210,000 lb. aircraft, the AP8950SDB-AL-200 was introduced in 2013 paving the way for LEKTRO to break in to the major airline market.
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    Lektro's Largest Tow Tractor Gains Certification From Airbus

    Sept. 11, 2014
    Along with Boeing certification, the AP8950SDB-AL-200 is now approved to handle all major single-aisle jetliners.
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    YYC is Million Air’s newest fixed base operation. In addition to their impressive line of amenities for pilots and passengers, their purchase of a LEKTRO represents a commitment to reliability and sustainability.
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    LEKTRO Delivers 4,300th Tug To Million Air's Newest FBO

    April 1, 2014
    WARRENTON, Oregon, March 24, 2014 – LEKTRO, Inc. is very proud to announce the delivery of their 4,300th tug to Million Air YYC, in Calgary, Canada.LEKTRO’s Executive Vice President...
    This, in addition to LEKTRO’s certification for Boeing 737s last year, makes their newest electric, towbarless tow tractor, the AP8950SDB-AL-200, certified to handle the majority of the world’s narrow-body airliners.
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    Lektro Receives Airbus Towing Certification

    March 17, 2014
    Lektro is proud to announce its AP8950SDB-AL-200 towing vehicle is now certified to tow the Airbus A318, A319 and A320.