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  • October 2011

    • October 2011

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    Pushbacks, Tractors & Utility Vehicles

    Low-profile Tractor

    Trowin Industries Inc.
    Sept. 17, 2013
    The Mark III low-profile tractor offers ergonomic superiority and has a DBP range of 3,000 to 6,000 pounds. Available in gasoline, diesel, LPG and now electric, the Mark III offers...
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    Pushbacks, Tractors & Utility Vehicles

    Traditional Pushback Tractors

    TLD
    Sept. 17, 2013
    TLD has been manufacturing GSE for more than 50 years. Manufacturing tractors capable of serving regional jet to super jumbo jets, TLD has a tractor to serve any market. Featuring...
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    Baggage Handling Equipment & Accessories

    Zero Emission GSE

    Harlan Global Manufacturing, LLC
    Oct. 26, 2012
    The Harlan Charger is zero emission, high power, low maintenance and operator-friendly electric GSE. This 80V, 4,500-pound DBP electric unit is designed for the needs of today...
    US Airways Inc.
    Mechanics can choose from any number of in-ground lifts to quickly raise the largest of vehicles.
    Airports & Municipalities

    Eco-Friendly Building, Eco-Friendly GSE

    Nov. 7, 2011
    US Airways builds a new green GSE maintenance facility and steps up its electric GSE at PHL
    Rampmaster
    Leighton “Lee” M. Yohannan
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    October 2011 Ground Support Worldwide News

    Oct. 6, 2011
    Business BuzzThe International Air Transport Association reiterated the aviation industry’s commitment to reducing CO2 emissions and urged the European Union to abandon its plans...

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    Pushbacks, Tractors & Utility Vehicles

    Sensors Help Diagnosis The Problem

    Oct. 6, 2011
    In last month’s column, I extolled the virtues, but also highlighted the problems with using the 4.2L Ford fuel-injected engine in GSE equipment. This month, I want to briefly...
    Corvus Energy
    Corvus Energy plans to use this tug to test GSE powered with lithium-ion batteries. Two battery modules for a total of 13 kilowatts/hour power the tug.
    Baggage & Cargo

    New Technology Produces Different Breed Of Electric GSE

    Oct. 5, 2011
    You might not think a tugboat would have anything in common with a tug, but a Canadian lithium battery-maker is using lessons learned in marine applications to potentially provide...
    Leighton “Lee” M. Yohannan, Co-CEO, Rampmaster
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    October 2011 GSW News

    Sept. 29, 2011
    Business BuzzThe International Air Transport Association reiterated the aviation industry’s commitment to reducing CO2 emissions and urged the European Union to abandon its plans...
    Baggage & Cargo

    What Keeps You Up At Night?

    Steve Smith
    Sept. 28, 2011
    It’s a great question. Certainly not an easy one to hear. But it’s a question that’s been on my mind following a day-long meeting we had to discuss long-range planning for Ground...
    Steve Bowman
    Jetstar, the Qantas low-cost subsidiary, has moved into the international market after establishing its domestic service. This flight is on a turnaround to Denpasar, Indonesia, a popular holiday destination.
    Baggage & Cargo

    Regional Aviation Fuels Perth Airport

    Sept. 28, 2011
    Global demand for Western Australia’s mineral and energy deposits puts the airport in the right spot to cater to regional aviation.
    Safety Equipment

    Proving The Value Of Safety-Related Interventions

    Sept. 28, 2011
    Your recent quality and performance data confirm an unacceptable trend. Last month you had damage to aircraft … and ground equipment … and people were injured. You identified ...
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    Aircraft Airframe & Accessories

    Foam Protection

    Trisoft Aircraft Covers
    Sept. 21, 2011
    Trisoft Covers Inc. offers superior aircraft protection products to the private, commercial and military aviation sectors. Our unique patented designs and crosslink chemical-resistant...
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    Baggage Handling Equipment & Accessories

    FleetRenu Program

    A&V Rebuilding, Inc.
    Sept. 21, 2011
    A&V Rebuilding’s “FleetRenu” program offers customers frame up remanufactured tractors for a fraction of the new cost. Engine options range from remanufactured Ford 300s to new...
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    GSE Mx, Reman, Refurb, Overhaul

    Entwistle MB-4 Aircraft Tow Tractor

    Skybus, LLC - Global GSE
    Sept. 21, 2011
    The Entwistle MB-4 model 9330 is a rugged medium-sized aircraft tow tractor with a drawbar pull of 14,000 pounds. We have several of these units in stock and ready to ship. These...
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    Pushbacks, Tractors & Utility Vehicles

    Extended Towing Tractor

    Bliss-Fox/Panus GSE
    Sept. 21, 2011
    The Bliss-Fox F1-150 aircraft pushback and extended towing tractor is designed in Australia for both pushback and extended towing of fully laden aircraft from 110-182 tons. This...
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    Baggage Handling Equipment & Accessories

    Used Utility Vehicles

    Aeroservicios USA Inc.
    Sept. 21, 2011
    Aeroservicios USA Inc. keeps in stock more than 20 used utility vehicles for sale, rent or lease, with brands such as Harlan, Lift and Tug. Several options are available from ...
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    Baggage Handling Equipment & Accessories

    Electric-powered ODVs

    Hammonds Companies
    Sept. 20, 2011
    Hammonds has announced the E-18, the company’s latest model in the lineup of electric-powered ODVs. Omni-directional capability and a footprint of only a 50-inch diameter make...
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    Belt Loaders & Conveyors

    Refurbish/Repower GSE

    Hercules Engine Components
    Sept. 20, 2011
    At Hercules, we can completely recycle your old belt loader, tow tractor, pushback or deicer to like-new condition for a fraction of the cost of a new piece of equipment. Our ...
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    GSE Mx, Reman, Refurb, Overhaul

    Reconditioned Equipment

    Victory Ground Support Equipment
    Sept. 19, 2011
    Make: Equitech/FMC Model: B500 (Class V) Capacity: 50,000 DBP Tractor GVW: 65,000 pounds Condition: Reconditioned Warranty: 90 days against defective parts Price: $69,500
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    Aircraft Jacks

    Elevating Platform Trailer

    Four Degree Trailer Company
    Sept. 19, 2011
    • 4,000-pound payload capacity trailer is designed to carry aircraft wing jacks only. • Hydraulically lowers to ground height. • Built-in ramp provides a 3-degree load angle for...
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    Green / Alternative Energy GSE

    Electric Pushback

    AERO Specialties
    Sept. 19, 2011
    The Eagle Tug eXL-16 electric drive aircraft pushback tractor features all-wheel drive and all-wheel steering. This zero-emission electric drive train, front-operated unit with...
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    Pushbacks, Tractors & Utility Vehicles

    Electric Towbarless Tugs

    Tronair Inc.
    Sept. 19, 2011
    Tronair offers environmentally friendly JETporter electric towbarless tugs. Models include the JP30, JP75 and JP100 with towing capacities of 30,000 pounds, 75,000 pounds and ...