AERO Specialties

Ground Support Equipment (GSE) is an integral component of the aviation industry. GSE refers to all equipment used to service an aircraft between flights—essentially if a plane is on the ground, it is utilizing GSE. From airplane pushback tractors and ground power supply units to passenger access and safety equipment, adequate GSE is essential to ensure the smooth and uninterrupted services that crews and passengers expect. Here are a few examples of products that fall under the umbrella of GSE:   Belt Loaders Belt loaders allow each piece of baggage or cargo to be safely and easily loaded onto or removed from an aircraft. A belt loader is a vehicle fitted with several moveable belts which help in the transfer of items to and from a plane’s cargo area. Specific types of belt loaders are also used in military camps and military bases. Catering Trucks Since aircraft are not equipped with kitchens that enable meals to be cooked onboard, all food is prepared on the groun...

Traveling is a particularly stressful experience for millions and no mode of transportation creates more anxiety than flying. An uneventful trip makes everyone’s life easier—the traveler, pilot, airport manager, customer service representative, flight attendant and all other involved parties. To ensure a smooth experience, however, innumerable complex processes take place behind-the scenes at airports across the globe. Myriad intricate systems are at work in and around airports and, collectively, they contribute to continued safe and uninterrupted aircraft operations. Aircraft and airport ground support equipment (GSE) refers to any vehicle or equipment used to service or support aircraft operations. GSE may be used in, on or around an aircraft, in the terminal or hangar or never (in the case of emergency equipment). It is not an exaggeration to state that no airbase or airport can efficiently operate without proper GSE. Some equipment (such as an aircraft tug and tow trac...