Aircraft GSE and MRO

The AGSE-M036 APU Access Stand is a two level structure providing access to the APU Bay and APU Access Panel of B747 and B777 Aircraft. The stand can accommodate the aircraft on shoring jacks. The aft level includes adjustable panels (sliders) on the forward edge. The forward level includes sliders on the aft and right edges. The levels are vertically adjustable (independently) by air driven jack screws. An articulating stairway provides access to the ground.

The AGSE-M018 Wheel Well Access Stand is designed to provide complete access to the B777 Aircraft Main Landing Gear Wheel Well, with the landing gear doors opened. The stand provides access to accomplish inspection and maintenance tasks.

The AM-1245 Tail Stand is designed to provide access to the tail section of all series of DC-10 aircraft including the USAF KC-10 Tanker. The unit is compatible with all power bootstrap hoists for engine removal and does not require repositioning.
The stand's main characteristics:
1. MAIN DECK
The stand consists of a main deck with contoured forward cutout for the tail cone in the raised and open position. Sliders extend to close up the open doors.
2. ROLLING PLATFORM
When the tail cone is down, a track-mounted rolling platform covers deck cutout and provides an inspection and maintenance work area under the engine fan section. When tail cone is UP and aircraft patio doors are open, platform os rolled aft and stowed,
3. MOBILITY
Large diameter casters with brakes and swivel locks permit easy stand positioning, A tow bar is provided.
4. CONSTRUCTION
Bolted and welded structural steel tubing with non-skid Aerodeck stair treads and flooring. Handrails and toe plates are provided on all open sides. The design is in compliance with all OSHA codes.
5. SERVICE OUTLETS
Air and electrical outlets are standard on the main deck.
7. WEIGHT
Approximately 38,000 lbs. with Stelco lifts
Approximately 35,000 lbs. without Stelco lifts
8. DIMENSIONS
Width 24' 8-1/2"
Height 24' deck
Length 32'

The AM-1217 Wing Stands have been designed specifically for under wing, leading and trailing edge access of the Lockheed L-1011 and the Boeing 747 in the jacked and un-jacked condition. Due to their vertical adjustment, excellent access is afforded to other wide body aircraft, such as Douglas DC-10's, the family of Airbus A300's and new generations such as B767/757. Although designed for under wing se, each stand (12 in total) may be used on other areas of the aircraft such as the horizontal stabilizer and elevator. Each stand has an adjustable parallelogram stair with non-skid "AERODECK" treads. Platforms match the nominal dihedral of the aircraft and have "AERODECK" flooring with slider sections at each end. Platforms are elevated by an air-operated twin jack screw assembly driving a single scissor. Upper and lower limit devices prevent over-travel. Mobility is provided with large diameter swivel casters with locks and full face contact brakes. Services consist of electrical and air convenience outlets. Lighting is provided in the form of fluorescent light wans wired directly into junction boxes. Electrical service to the stand is from hanger power and connects to a pig-tail fitting at the base of the stand. Air service to the stands also connects at the base with each stand or interconnecting stands. A connecting hose is supplied so that up to three (3) stands along the leading edge or three (3) sections along the trailing edge may be connected. Air manifolds are located on top of each platform. The elevating system is air-powered with a control valve located on top of the platform next to the stair landing. The air system is protected with a filter and lubricator. Each stand is supplied with a tow bar, but lightweight construction will allow hand movement by three (3) to four (4) personnel.

The AM-1156 stand has been designed to provide access to maintenance personnel to the lower cargo bay. It is provided with a small adjustable pop-up step on the main platform level for flush floor entrance into the cargo bay.

The AM-1050 Galley Module Cart is designed to hold the galley module refrigeration unit for transportation and servicing in the shops.

The AGSE-D160 C130 dock system is designed to provide personnel access to service the aircraft wings, AFT fuselage, and horizontal and vertical tail components. The dock system consists of interlocking elevated platform sections as well as specialized support equipment designed to compliment the platforms. There are three basic platform components; a fixed tail mezzanine, mobile multi-sectional wing stands and AFT fuselage access ramps that allow access between the tail mezzanine and wing stands. Specialized support equipment includes mobile and fixed tool lifts, a rolling sloping longeron stand and deck-mounted wing cradles.
The fixed single deck tail mezzanine structure provides the basis for situating the aircraft and wing stands within the hangar. An access stair and tool lift is provided at the rear corner of the mezzanine deck. The mezzanine deck is reinforced in key locations to allow tail jack placement and use on the deck. The deck is designed to support the repair of a detached Horizontal Stabilizer.
Aft fuselage access ramps provide access to the fuselage and connection between the mezzanine and wing stand. The ramp deck has a sloped transition to accommodate the elevation change between the mezzanine and inboard fuselage stand raised deck. Slider panels are provided along the inboard edge to conform to the fuselage contour. The ramps are caster mounted for precise positioning and relocation within the facility. A hinged deck section is located at the AFT end to allow the unit to be moved into location without requiring movement of other stand sections.
The wing dock system consists of six caster mounted mobile stands per side. Sliders at the inboard and outboard fuel pod locations allow pod removal and installation with the aircraft docked in stands. Slider panels are incorporated along the inboard edge of the inboard stands to provide a deck surface which conforms to the aircraft contour. An access stair and tool lift is provided along the trailing edge of the left and right wing stand set. Deck slider panels are provided at wing and engine jack shoring positions. Cover plates at each wing jack location conceal gaps between jack legs and sliders. Removable and adjustable handrail sections are provided along the perimeter of the assembled wing stands. All stands lock together at the inner corners using bolt or turnbuckle connections.
The mobile tool lifts are provided for convenience at the tail stand and wing stand locations. The wing stand tool lifts are mobile to allow roll-away in the event the wing stands are to be moved or additional aircraft or equipment clearances are required.
The Sloping Longeron stand allows technician access along the full length of the main cargo bay longerons during repair or replacement. It is specifically designed to collapse for a low profile such that it may be rolled under the tail mezzanine and into the cargo bay area. Once positioned along the edge of the cargo bay, it is hydraulically raised into position.
For each wing stand, a set of specially designed wing cradles is provided. These cradles are designed to quickly set-up and allow the detached outer wing to rest directly on the wing stand deck. The cradles are fitted with screw jacks and are manually height adjustable.

The AM-1026 engine workstand is designed for use at the aircraft (engine on wing) or in the overhaul shop in conjunction with an engine stand. The stand is adjustable from 84" to 120" (pin leg" to accommodate the various work conditions. The workstand deck area is 4'0" x 12'0" and is equipped with a side stair which is 34" wide. 8" diameter polyurethane casters and floor locks are provided foru (4) places.
An auxillary stand to allow improved access to the pylon is available as an option.
This stand is supplied in RH and/or LH configurations.

The AGSE-D053 Engine Access Stand is designed for Airbus A300-600 aircraft. The stand consists of right and left engine sets. Each set consists of an inboard and outboard stand. The stands are fixed height, multi-level platformed, with manual and mechanically extending sliders. Total access is provided for the engines from lower level sliders for bottom access, to a counter-weighted drop bridge for top access. Handrail is provided around the outside perimeter of open sides, and protective bumpers protect against inadvertent contact with aircraft. Chain handrail is also provided to form a continuous safety barrier when sliders are extended. Two fixed stairways provide access to the ground.

The AM-2764 Inlet Cowl Dolly supports the General Electric GE90 and Pratt & Whitney PW4084 thru PW4098 Inlet Cowls used on Boeing B777 Aircraft. It also supports the GEnx Inlet Cowl used on the B787. It is designed specifically for site installation/removal, and transport/stowage of inlet cowl. The dolly supports the inlet cowl by three points on the bottom, turnbuckles, and straps connected to GSE points on the cowl. The dolly is caster mounted with telescoping jacking legs. The dolly folds when empty and is suitable for shipment on the lower cargo compartment of wide body aircraft.

The dolly is supported by three caster assemblies. Each caster assembly offers a 3 inch wide by 12 inch diameter wheel for easy mobility and a weight capacity of 1,500 pounds each. Shock absorbing polyurethane tread wheels, position locks, and face brakes are standard.

The AM-2764 Dolly consists of a steel welded frame that folds when empty to minimize shipping volume. The inlet is supported by three firm rubber pads, and is secured by turnbuckles and straps connected to GSE points on the inlet.

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AM-2764-1200, INLET COWL DOLLY FOR GE90-115B

AGSE has designed this system for access to the KC-10 #2 engine. The platforms are a totally self-contained
set of two scissors stands that require three pallet positions in the aircraft during transport. One set of coupled 88" x 108" military pallets are required plus one single pallet for accessory hardware storage box. A protective bumper is fastened to the ends of each slider and all other surfaces that may come in contact with the aircraft. Handrails and toe plates are provided on open outer sides of each working deck.