October 2024

Swissport
The degree to which sustainability is prioritized across Central and South America varies by country, region and organization.
Ground Handling

How Ground Handlers are Embracing Green Operations

Oct. 8, 2024
As is the case across the world, sustainability is an increasingly important issue for the aviation services industry in Central and South America.
Photo courtesy of Allen Energy
Energy Storage Systems primarily convert energy to DC for storage, before reconverting it to AC to send it back through the grid for usage at a later time.
GSE

What is an ESS?

Oct. 8, 2024
Energy Storage Systems are a solution to the widespread infrastructure issues that inhibit airport electrification.
IATA
IATA introduced its Enhanced GSE Recognition Program to encourage the use of upgraded GSE, such as equipment that uses anti-collision technology to improve a ground handling agent’s ability to control a vehicle and increase docking accuracy.
GSE

The Advantages and Benefits of Enhanced GSE

Oct. 8, 2024
IATA’s Enhanced GSE initiative aims to accelerate a transition to sustainable equipment with features like collision avoidance and inching technology.
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GSE

Ground Support Spotlight: Jerry Crump

Oct. 8, 2024
The industry veteran explains how new technology brings advantages to the GSE space, but also comes with a need for possible change in infrastructure, training and operational...
Garsite
The Electric Hydrant Dispenser utilizes a lithium ferrophosphate (LFP) battery, which requires 240 volt, 40 amp charging.
GSE

Supporting Fueling Applications with eGSE

Oct. 8, 2024
Garsite’s Electric Hydrant Dispensers operate similarly to standard ICE vehicles, enabling integration into existing fleets.

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Aviator Airport Alliance
Extreme weather patterns include ice, wind, temperature fluctuations and precipitation that have compounding associated risk.
Ground Handling

How Ground Handlers Confront Winter Elements

Oct. 8, 2024
Extreme winter weather patterns create unique challenges that must be addressed to prevent injury and ensure on-time performance.
Josh Smith, editor Ground Support Worldwide
GSE

Safety Features and Electrification on Display at GSE Expo Europe

Oct. 2, 2024
During the three-day event, equipment manufacturers around the globe showcased their latest innovations.
Photo Martin Barraud / OJO Images / Getty Images
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GSE

Fork Truck Safety is a Core Value for Ground Support and Material Handling

July 3, 2024
Utilize appropriate training to ensure safe processes and prevent operator injuries and fatalities.
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

NFPA 407 Refueler Truck Overfill Kits

Dixon Bayco offers easy-to-install overfill kits for retrofit of new construction aircraft refueler trucks. The company also offers loading rack equipment, overfill and tank truck...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

280-Gallon Portable Aircraft Refueling Tank

March 20, 2023
The JETSTAR 280-Gallon Portable Aircraft Refueling Tank is a polished aluminum single-wall (5052 Grade) tank. Exterior tank dimensions are 36” in diameter and 60” in length. Forklift...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

Airfield Automation safe2go App

July 14, 2022
The Airfield Automation safe2go app on a handheld device in fueling vehicles consolidates data on airport fueling operations, verifies fueling requirements and captures an acknowledging...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

Refueling Pumps

Oct. 13, 2021
Gorman-Rupp O Series self-priming centrifugal pumps with hydraulic motors can move the same rates of fuel as the company's power take-off (PTO) models. Model O3H1-HYD provides...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

Height Adjustable Fueling Stand #21147

Oct. 13, 2021
This height adjustable fueling stand uses hydrant cart plumbing to fuel the aircraft. No stand certification is required. This stand can fuel E-175, E-190, B-737 and B-737 MAX...
Parker Velcon
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Quality Control

Water Barrier Filters

Aug. 19, 2021
Parker Velcon’s Water Barrier Filters serve as allies in the battle against water in aviation fuel. CDF-X and ACO-X filters block water before the aircraft without using SAP. ...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

TCS 3000 Electronic Flow Computer

Nov. 19, 2020
The TCS 3000 electronic register is a fully integrated flow computer that controls and measures volume, density, temperature, level, differential pressure, free water and additive...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

Model 43-46 Automatic Control Valve

Oct. 26, 2020
The Cla-Val Model 43-46 is an automatic control valve typically installed on the discharge side of a filter vessel. Its purpose is to limit the maximum flow rate through the filter...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

Rampstar

The Rampstar is an EAM custom 10,000-gallon rear engine aircraft refueler chassis. Several models are available.
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

EMR4

The EMR4 is the latest in electronic meter registration. The EMR4 is the only globally certified electronic register for any type of custody transfer application.
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

M4000 Next-Gen Self-Serve Fueling Terminal

Oct. 25, 2018
The M4000 Next-Gen Self-Serve Fueling Terminal offers many new features and enhancements previously not available on any aviation self-serve fueling terminal. Multiple options...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

LCR.iQ

Oct. 24, 2018
The LCR.iQ is Liquid Controls' newest fueling register that is a product of over two years of customer development collaboration. Easy to operate, intuitive and fully configurable...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

5K Aircraft Refueler

The 5K Refueler features BETA’s engineered frame made with aluminum for lighter weight while tanks come in aluminum, stainless steel or a combination of the two. The side modules...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

Aviation Pump Cart

Aug. 22, 2018
Designed for superior mobility around unimproved runways at remote airport locations, the Aviation Pump Cart allows one person to easily move the pump and its hoses over rough...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

AFGUARD Electronic Water Sensor

June 8, 2018
FAUDI Aviation's AFGUARD electronic water sensor is qualified by JIG as an alternative to chemical water detectors. The electronic sensor can monitor the amount of water in Jet...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

Fuel Monitoring System

The new Scully Intellicheck 3 Dual-Level Monitor System meets the recently revised National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA 407) and Joint Inspection Group (JIG2) standards. It monitors...
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Fueling Equipment & Accessories

Hydrant Carts

Westmor Industries has one of the most customizable lines of aviation products available. Customers can choose options as well as the configuration. The company's Hydrant Carts...