Ground Support Equipment

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Ground Support Equipment is found on an airport, usually on the 'ramp' (servicing area by terminal). This equipment is used to service the aircraft between flights.

Many different machines are included in this family including:

  • Passenger boarding stairs
  • Cargo dollies (trailers)
  • Baggage carts
  • Mobile belt-loaders
  • ULD (unit load device) loaders
  • Potable Water Trucks
  • Lavatory Service Vehicles
  • Catering / cleaning service vehicles
  • Ground power units
  • De-icing Units
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