Ground Power Units Ground Support Equipment For Sale

About Ground Power Units

Ground power units (GPUs) are equipment used at airports large and small around the world as part of a broader category of ground support equipment (GSE). Ground support staff use GSE including baggage carts, chocks, dollies, stairs, tow bars, and tow tractors in addition to GPUs to carry out airport operations and services for aircraft on the ground.

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Red Box TC 400A Ground Power Unit

A GPU attaches to an airplane or helicopter’s onboard electrical system, providing it with clean, reliable DC and/or AC power, typically in the form of 28V DC or 400Hz AC power. Depending on the GPU type, power is generated by a diesel, gas, battery, or electrical source. For customers buying a GPU for use with a diverse range of aircraft, units are available that provide both 28V DC and 400Hz AC power.

In addition to starting engines, GPUs are used to run air conditioning, lights, avionics, and other components while grounded. GPUs are also useful for performing maintenance, repair, and overhaul duties and when completing aircraft-related software updates.

Ground Power Unit Features

New and used GPUs are available in fixed and mobile designs complete with durable, protective enclosures that safeguard their internal components from various elements. Mobile GPUs include those mounted on wheeled carts and on pull-type trailers. You’ll find GPUs in use in hangars, on ramps, at remote field strips, and in other environments where aircraft are serviced and stored.

Before purchasing a GPU, it’s a good idea to formulate a detailed plan for how you’ll use the GPU so you can make the best decisions on capacity, form factor, and other considerations. Other factors include the unit’s construction and long-term durability, and its compatibility with your specific aircraft. Ease of use, environmental friendliness, and a unit’s rated noise output are still other issues to weigh. In addition to integrated LCD displays and status indicator lights, GPUs may include wireless remote monitoring, a parking brake, and built-in storage space for tools and test instruments.

Find The Right Ground Power Unit

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