It is amazing how seemingly small equipment can be used to move an aircraft that is much larger than itself from the hangar. The invention of aircraft tugs was among the greatest breakthrough in the airline industry. They are easy to handle and they can be comfortably operated by one person. Currently there are even electric tugs which allow for mono-operation, cutting down on fuel costs. They are important because they help in reducing the risk of damaging planes while moving them on land as well as saving on the aircrafts fuel by not having to move itself. The tug needs to be carefully connected to the landing gear or tow-bar on the aircraft to allow the operator to better maneuver with the plane.
Any type of aircraft, be it large military cargo carriers, commercial jet liner, or small fighter jets can be tugged to the intended locations using tugs. This is made possible through the use of adapters made for different aircraft sizes and manufacturers. Most of the aircrafts can still be moved without necessarily making significant changes to the tugs. There are also tugs which can universally be used for all types of aircrafts by making the necessary adjustments. Upgrading of diesel tugs to the electric tugs has been a significant change, which has seen them gaining rapid popularity among airline companies and owners. They are more environmental friendly and require less effort to operate, they also have an added benefit of being usable in closed hangers.
Aircraft tugs are easy to maintain as well, giving you an assurance of their longevity. Since they come in different designs and shapes, it is advisable to choose the best for the type of aircraft the airline most commonly uses. It is important to know, some tugs will require additional attachments in order to efficiently maneuver some planes. Commercial models look very similar to their diesel counterparts.
There are available tugs for sale, rent and lease at the Mercury GSE company. With a variety of over 300 units of such tugs, you can be sure to find what you are looking for. They even offer a warranty period within which they offer replacement or repairs for free. With over 30 years of experience, they have the knowledge and products in order to help you with any of your GSE needs. Contact them today to get your airline running more efficiently.
