Towable Aircraft Belt Loader
The towable aircraft belt loader is a mobile ground support unit used to transfer baggage, parcels, and small cargo between ground level and an aircraft cargo hold. Its trailer-mounted structure, long conveyor belt, and stabilizing system enable efficient use during aircraft loading and unloading operations on the airport ramp.
- Part No.
- Manufacturer
- AKAM TECHNIC
- Status
- Availability on request
Overview
The towable aircraft belt loader is specialized Ground Support Equipment used to transfer baggage, parcels, and other manageable cargo into or out of an aircraft cargo hold. In the supplied image, the unit features a single-axle trailer chassis, a front towing connection, a long conveyor belt, a guarded platform at the upper end, and stabilizing supports around the chassis. The towable configuration allows the unit to be moved around the ramp by a suitable tug or GSE vehicle. Once positioned for operation, the stabilizers are used to steady the equipment and the conveyor section is aligned with the aircraft cargo door. The conveyor belt provides continuous movement of baggage and small cargo between ground personnel and the aircraft cargo hold. A guarded upper platform is also visible and can assist with better load control at the transfer point. Exact details such as the height and angle adjustment mechanism, belt drive system, power source, rated load, and other numerical specifications must be confirmed only from AKAM's final engineering drawing or datasheet.
Application
• Loading baggage and parcels into aircraft cargo holds • Unloading baggage and small cargo from aircraft • Continuous transfer of cargo between ramp level and the cargo hold • Reducing manual baggage handling by ground staff • Supporting faster aircraft turnaround operations • Use on ramps, cargo terminals, and ground handling operations • Towable relocation between aircraft positions
Compatible aircraft models
Technical specifications
- Cargo Transfer System