Ground Support Equipment (GSE): Reliability and operational availability
Avianet Consulting supplies, installs and maintains a complete range of ground support equipment (GSE) for airports, military bases and private operators in French-speaking Africa. From apron to runway, our solutions guarantee safety, speed and reliability of airport operations. We offer sales, long or short-term rental, preventive and corrective maintenance, with localized technical support.
Major strengths of our GSE equipment
- Tropical robustness: Equipment designed for high temperature (+50°C), dust, humidity and intense UV.
- Operational reliability: Availability rate > 98%, certified components, minimal maintenance.
- Standards compliance: ICAO, IATA, EASA, FAA, ATEX certification for hazardous areas.
- Versatility: Compatible with helicopters, jets, turboprops, widebodies (A320, 737, C-130, etc.).
- Economy: Flexible rental, optimized acquisition costs, maintenance included in contracts.
- Local support: On-site trained technicians, parts stocked in Côte d’Ivoire, rapid AOG intervention.
- Customization: Tailored configurations (length, power, voltage, specific accessories).
- Financing: Leasing, long-term rental, global maintenance contracts.
- Availability: Permanent stock + fast delivery from Europe/Asia.
- Partners: TLD, JBT AeroTech, Tronair, Mulag, Sovam, Airplus, etc.
Our main GSE equipment
| Equipment | Description | Compatibility | Key advantages |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPU (Ground Power Unit) | 400 Hz / 28 VDC power supply | All aircraft (helicopters, jets, widebodies) | Reliable startup, aircraft fuel savings |
| Air Starter Unit (ASU) | Compressed air for engine start | Jets & turboprops | Fast start without APU |
| Pushback Tug / Tractor | Pushback / towing tractor | A320 to B777 | Precise maneuvering on apron |
| Belt Loader / Conveyor | Baggage belt loader | Regional & medium-haul aircraft | Fast and secure loading |
| Passenger Boarding Stairs | Mobile passenger stairs | All aircraft without jetbridge | Fast access at secondary airports |
| Lavatory & Potable Water Service | Potable water & lavatory service | All aircraft | Hygiene and speed on ground |
| Deicer / Anti-icer Truck | Deicing / anti-icing truck | All aircraft | Winter / high-altitude safety |
| Aircraft Towbar / Towbarless Tug | Towbar / towbarless tug | Helicopters & aircraft | Maneuvering without pilot in cockpit |
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