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  • February 2013

    • February 2013

    While 'tug' is American shorthand for a GSE towing vehicle, the France had us beat in the 1950s when TracMa introduced a new type of tractor for the aviation market to replace the agricultural models then in use. To this day, French-speaking countries call a 'tug' a 'tracma.'
    Air Starts & Accessories

    The History Of Ground Support Equipment

    Steve Smith
    Feb. 26, 2013
    Ground Support Worldwide turns 20 years old with this issue. With one birthday in mind, we decided to take a look at many more GSE birthdays and celebrate some of the names behind...
    Col Gail Halvorsen in 1983.
    Pallet Loaders & Cargo Loaders

    How The Halvorsen Loader Got Its Name

    Steve Smith
    Feb. 25, 2013
    A look at the equipment and people that make the GSE industry.
    Dubai International Airport
    The concourse operated with just four of its gates on opening day, but airport management will gradually open all 20 gates.
    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Dubai Airport Opens A380 Concourse

    Steve Smith
    Feb. 25, 2013
    New concourse features 20 gates built just for the superjumbo jet.
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    Commercial/Airline

    Fasten Your Seat Belts!

    Steve Smith
    Feb. 25, 2013
    Delta Air Lines installs seat belts in its ground support equipment as OSHA wants other airlines to follow suit and provide the same protection for ramp workers.
    Tony Vasko
    Tony Vasko, a CAP Cadet at age 15, holds a 10-pound CO2 extinguisher to be used, if needed, on the C-47 in the picture. 'If I look worried,' he says, 'I was.'
    GPUs, PCAs, Power Carts & Accessories

    Memories Of Ground Support Equipment

    Tony Vasko
    Feb. 25, 2013
    Ground support equipment has been a part of flight since the Wright Brothers began flying.

    More content from February 2013

    AeroSpecialties
    The importance of a piece of equipment that secures a $40 million jet seems to escape the minds of many in our industry. That is, until it’s too late.
    Tow-bars

    Is It Time To Replace Your Towbar?

    Derek Rose
    Feb. 25, 2013
    Towbars truly are the 'neglected step child' of the GSE world. But maintenance on the only piece of equipment securing the jet to the tug is just as important as the tug itself...
    Munich Airport
    The IATA Ground Operations Manual is a standardized compilation of essential ground handling procedures recognized around the world to ensure a consistent level of service from ground service providers.
    Ground Handling

    What is the IATA Ground Operations Manual?

    Steve Smith
    Feb. 25, 2013
    A primer on IGOM, ISAGO, AHM and GDDB, and IATA's plans to standardize ground handling operations throughout the world.
    Matheson Flight Extenders Inc.
    The Anchorage market creates some unique challenges during the winter that may not be found in your neighborhood. But, even so, many of the issues are common and warrant mention.
    Ground Handlers & Service Providers

    Five Maintenance Tips To Keep GSE Running In Winter

    Brett Barrett
    Feb. 24, 2013
    Simple steps can keep your ground support equipment ready for cold weather operations
    John Schroeder
    Home

    February 2013 News

    Steve Smith
    Feb. 24, 2013
    CalendarMarch 13-14AviationPros LIVELas Vegas, NVApril 16-18Asian Business Aviation Conference & ExhibitionShanghai, ChinaApril 24-26GSE Buyers ConferenceLisbon, PortugalBusiness...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Passenger Boarding Bridge

    Jan. 22, 2013
    JetBridge International, Inc. has led the passenger boarding bridge industry of meeting client's needs for more than 20 years by providing superior services and products including...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Over-The-Wing Passenger Boarding Bridge

    Jan. 22, 2013
    Apron and radial drive passenger boarding bridges for most types of regional, narrow and wide-body aircraft are designed and manufactured by Dewbridge Airport Systems. Our newest...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Loading Bridge Canopies

    Jan. 22, 2013
    Loading Bridge Canopies are available from Estex Manufacturing Company, Inc. Custom designed using fabrics which meet NFPA 415-417 and FAR 25.853(b) specifications. The hood and...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Accessibility Airstairs

    Accessair Systems Inc.
    Nov. 15, 2012
    Accessair's equivalent-accessibilty airstairs with integrated wheelchair platforms facilitate the dignified boarding and disembarking of travelers with reduced mobility. Remote...
    Passengerstairs 10025048
    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Passenger Stairs/Specialized Chassis

    Goldhofer Airport Technology
    Jan. 30, 2012
    SCHOPF PS 560 A/B is based on a specially developed airport vehicle chassis to service aircraft with door sill heights between 1.9 and 5.8 meters, powered by a diesel engine with...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Boarding Ramp

    Keith Consolidated Industries
    Jan. 30, 2012
    The BAR Ramp is a universal ramp designed to serve larger sized aircraft such as the MD80 up to the 757. The ramp allows for a seamless boarding process for all passengers.
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Truck-Mounted Stairs

    Phoenix Metal Products
    Jan. 30, 2012
    Phoenix Metal Products, Inc. has added a passenger stair to complete their full line of stairs. Available is the model PNX-PAS228 Truck-Mounted Passenger Stair with a door sill...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    A380 Boarding Bridge

    TK Airport Solutions, Inc.
    Jan. 30, 2012
    ThyssenKrupp Airport Systems Inc. manufactures state-of-the-art A380 Passenger Boarding Bridges. The ThyssenKrupp solution applies two, or more, bridges at the lower and upper...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Jetway Boarding Bridges

    Oskhosh AeroTech
    Jan. 30, 2012
    JBT is a global leader in the design, manufacture, installation and support of robust, cutting-edge airport gate equipment. Jetway Boarding Bridges come in steel, glass and smooth...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Towable Stairs

    FAST Global Solutions
    Jan. 30, 2012
    FAST Global Solution's Towable Passenger Stairs include models for regional aircraft (62-96 inch sill height), narrow-body aircraft (86-134 inch sill height). Features Morton®...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Multiple Wheelchair Lift

    Lift-A-Loft Corporation
    Jan. 18, 2012
    The Lift-A-Loft WBDPL provides an efficient and safe means of boarding and de-boarding passengers that require special assistance. The WBDPL can interface wide body aircraft such...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Towable Stairs

    Clyde Machines Inc.
    Oct. 21, 2011
    The Model 15F2820 Towable Passenger Stair has a platfrom range of 88 feet by 161 feet. Upper platfrom size is a large 76 feet by 50 feet to allow the aircraft door to fully open...
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    Safety Equipment

    Wheelchair Lift

    Uberlift
    Sept. 21, 2011
    Uberlift safely lifts disabled passengers over the stairway of regional aircraft. When in the down position, the two-person lift provides crew and passengers clear walk through...
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    Passenger Loading Systems, Boarding Bridges, Stairs & Jetways

    Passenger Step Ladder

    Nandan GSE Pvt. Ltd.
    Jan. 22, 2010
    Nandan's Step Ladder is manufactured on a commercial chassis and can be used from 2.5 meters to 5.8 meters.The aluminum non-skid steps make the climbing comfortable and ergonomic...