Key Specifications

Maximum Pressure
0.5 bar
Lifting Height per Element
200 mm
Operational Life Expectancy
20 years
Weight (Single Element)
15 kg

Airbag Lifting System (Recovery System)

Specialized aviation equipment designed for professional airport operations with focus on reliability and compliance.

The Airbag Lifting System (Recovery System) from AMS is engineered to meet the stringent requirements set forth in Aircraft Recovery Manuals (ARM) and Aircraft Recovery Documents (ARD) provided by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM). With designated lifting areas for various aircraft, these airbags ensure safe operations while adhering to maximum allowable skin pressures, which vary with aircraft design and airbag positions.

Supporting the recovery process, AMS offers configurations tailored for popular airframes, optimizing both functionality and cost-efficiency. Each lifting airbag features a standard maximum pressure of 0.5 bar (7.25 psi) and must maintain full contact with the aircraft skin for effective lifting. Pressure gauges on the airbag control consoles monitor aircraft skin pressure, ensuring safety during operation.

  • Self-contained system requiring no crane for deployment.
  • Rapid deployment capabilities enable immediate response without waiting for external assistance.
  • Supports multiple aircraft types with high versatility in lifting options, including full aircraft, single wing, and fuselage sections.
  • Constructed from a specially woven, neoprene-coated, reinforced fabric designed for durability and resilience against hydraulic exposure and fungal growth.
  • Available in single, modular, and multi-stack configurations to accommodate varied operational needs.

Applications

  • Ideal for rapid aircraft recovery operations following an incident on runways or taxiways.
  • Used in heavy maintenance operations where lifting sections of an aircraft is required for service or inspection.
  • Facilitates emergency response by lifting disabled aircraft to clear runways promptly.
  • Enhanced logistic support for airframes during transport or repositioning at maintenance facilities.

Key Features

  • Professional-grade aviation equipment
  • Designed for airport operational environments
  • Compliance with relevant aviation standards
  • Reliable performance in demanding conditions

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