3 Factors to Consider When Looking for GSE
A lot of things go into a smooth flight. It depends on the pilot, of course, but it also involves the efforts of the ground crew, flight attendants, customer reps and many others. The ground service equipment is just as important as the ground crew itself. If something stops working, operations throughout an entire airport can shudder to a halt. Everything from an aircraft tug to the service carts need to function properly to get passengers safely to their destinations. Managing GSE is not a piece of cake by any means. Airport operators need to do some careful planning, particularly if they are in remote areas. Here are some factors which could make GSE management—and the flights it makes possible—easier or harder: 1. Region (Airport Location) The more remote an airport’s location, the harder it can be to acquire and maintain quality equipment. For example, several airports in India and Africa have a hard time acquiring fuel trucks, lavatory service equipment and other product