PUBLISHER: Aviation & Defense Market Reports (A&D) | PRODUCT CODE: 1383231
PUBLISHER: Aviation & Defense Market Reports (A&D) | PRODUCT CODE: 1383231
Aircraft ground handling refers to the services and activities performed on the ground to ensure the safe, efficient, and smooth operation of aircraft at airports. Ground handling companies, airport authorities, or airline-specific ground handling units provide ground handling services. These services are critical for an aircraft's turnaround process between flights and include a variety of tasks and responsibilities.
Ramp services are activities that take place on the aircraft ramp or apron area. This includes marshaling aircraft during arrival and departure, directing aircraft to designated parking positions, and ensuring safe positioning with ground support equipment such as pushback tugs, tow tractors, and aircraft stairs.
Baggage handling entails the handling and transportation of checked baggage, carry-on luggage, and other cargo for passengers. Baggage check-in, baggage loading and unloading from aircraft holds, sorting, and transfer to the baggage claim area or connecting flights are all part of the process.
Passenger services include a variety of activities aimed at assisting passengers while they are on the ground. Passenger check-in, ticketing, boarding gate coordination, passenger assistance, special services for passengers with limited mobility, and managing boarding and deboarding processes are all part of the job.
Fueling services entail delivering fuel to aircraft safely and efficiently. To refuel the aircraft with the necessary amount of fuel for the next flight, fueling personnel adhere to strict safety protocols and guidelines.
Aircraft cleaning services ensure that the aircraft's interior and exterior are kept clean and presentable. Cleaning the cabin, lavatories, and galleys, and removing trash or debris from the aircraft are all part of this. Washing the aircraft's surfaces and windows is part of the exterior cleaning process.
Catering services entail loading and unloading meals, beverages, and other food items onto aircraft. These services ensure that the aircraft is adequately stocked with meals and supplies for passengers and crew during the flight.
Ground handling personnel may assist with aircraft maintenance and engineering on the ground. This includes performing routine inspections, and minor repairs, and coordinating with maintenance teams for any maintenance or troubleshooting tasks that are required.