Ground Service Equipment
Ground service equipment supports the ground operations of aircraft between flights. Used at the majority of airports across the United States, this equipment includes pushback tugs, baggage cars and handlers, catering vehicles, air starters, belt loaders, and tow trucks.
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When fueled by propane, ground service equipment performs reliably and
produces fewer emissions than similar equipment fueled by gasoline.
These qualities can help airports conduct pre- and post-flight
operations more efficiently and comply with environmental standards.
Propane-fueled ground service equipment offers the following benefits:
• Performs reliably – propane does not stratify like traditional
diesel fuels when stationary for long periods of time.
• Produces an average of 33 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions
than gasoline-fueled ground service equipment.
• Helps airports comply with Voluntary Airport Low Emission Vehicle Program standards to reduce airport
ground emissions at commercial service airports located in air quality
nonattainment and maintenance areas.
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