Ground Support Equipment
Expertise in engineering aircraft ground support equipment, delivering seamless operations and maintenance.
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F-35 JSF Landing Gear Handling System
Step into the future of aircraft maintenance with Varley Defence’s groundbreaking F-35 JSF Landing Gear Handling System. Designed with unparalleled precision and versatility, this innovative system revolutionises the installation and removal of landing gear components for all three F-35 aircraft variants – CTOL, STOVL, and CV. With its tailor-made adaptors and meticulously engineered primary components, it offers unmatched efficiency and reliability in the maintenance of the world’s most advanced fighter jets.
Key Features
- Precision Handling: The F-35 JSF Landing Gear Handling System enables precise adjustment in all three axes (X, Y, and Z), allowing for seamless installation and removal of landing gear components with unparalleled accuracy.
- Customised Adaptors: Equipped with six tailored adaptors designed to support the Nose and Main Landing Gears of all three F-35 aircraft variants – CTOL, STOVL, and CV – ensuring optimal compatibility and efficiency during maintenance operations.
- Innovative Design: Its primary components, including the base frame with castor wheels, tow handle, lifting assembly, motion control head, and NLG and MLG cradle assemblies, are meticulously engineered to provide exceptional durability, reliability, and ease of use, setting new standards in aircraft maintenance technology.
Applications
- Aircraft Maintenance: The F-35 JSF Landing Gear Handling System streamlines the installation and removal process of landing gear components during routine maintenance tasks, enhancing efficiency and reducing downtime for F-35 aircraft fleets worldwide.
- Assembly Facilities: Ideal for use in aircraft assembly facilities, where the precise handling and adjustment capabilities of the system ensure seamless integration of landing gear assemblies into newly constructed F-35 aircraft structures.
- Field Deployments: With its adaptable design and portability, the system is well-suited for field deployments and forward operating bases, enabling maintenance crews to perform landing gear servicing tasks with ease and precision in diverse operational environments.
Specifications
Versatile Jack Assembly: The system features a robust jack assembly equipped with six specialised adaptors tailored to support the nose and main landing gears of all three F-35 aircraft variants: CTOL, STOVL, and CV.
Precise Adjustment Capability: Designed for precise adjustment in all three axes (X, Y, and Z), as well as translation and rotation, ensuring accurate alignment and installation of landing gear components during maintenance procedures.
Durable Construction: Constructed with high-quality materials, including a sturdy base frame with castor wheels for mobility, the system is built to withstand the rigours of aircraft maintenance environments, ensuring reliability and longevity in service.
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F-35 JSF Canopy Sling Assembly
The F-35 JSF Canopy Sling Assembly is a sophisticated solution designed to streamline the overhead hoisting process for all variants of the F-35 aircraft canopies. This innovative assembly, with its versatile design and robust lifting capacity of 350 lbs, ensures efficient installation and removal while maintaining safety standards. Stored in a lightweight, portable case, its primary components offer comprehensive support for various angles of inclination, making it an indispensable tool for maintenance operations.
Key Features
Versatile Hoisting Capability: The F-35 JSF Canopy Sling Assembly facilitates overhead hoisting of all three variants of F-35 aircraft canopies during both installation and removal processes.
Adjustable Design: Engineered to accommodate the canopy at various angles of inclination, ensuring flexibility and adaptability to different maintenance scenarios.
Portable and Organized Storage: All components of the assembly are safely stowed in a purpose-built lightweight case, enhancing portability and ease of deployment for maintenance crews.
Applications
Aircraft Maintenance: The F-35 JSF Canopy Sling Assembly is utilized for efficient and safe installation and removal of canopies during routine maintenance operations on F-35 aircraft.
Hangar Operations: It plays a crucial role in hangar activities by providing the necessary equipment for handling and maneuvering canopies, contributing to streamlined maintenance workflows.
Field Maintenance: Designed for portability, the assembly serves as a valuable asset during field maintenance tasks, enabling technicians to perform canopy-related procedures in various operational environments.
Specifications
Lifting Capacity: The F-35 JSF Canopy Sling Assembly is capable of hoisting canopies weighing up to 350 lbs, ensuring it can handle the weight requirements of F-35 aircraft.
Angle Adjustability: It is designed to support the canopy at various angles of inclination, allowing for precise positioning during installation and removal procedures.
Portability and Storage: All components are safely stowed in a purpose-built lightweight and man-portable case, facilitating easy transport and storage between maintenance locations.
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F-18A/B Hornet X-Ray Gantry
The F-18A/B Hornet X-Ray Gantry is a lightweight, precision-designed ground support equipment for inspecting inner wings. With independent control of source and imager movement and operation by just two personnel, it ensures efficient and thorough inspections without removing flight control surfaces. Powered by a 240V DC supply, it offers unparalleled convenience and reliability in maintenance operations.
Key Features
- Precision Inspection: Specifically designed for inspecting inner wings, ensuring thorough examination for stress and corrosion cracking.
- Independent Control: Allows independent movement control of the source and imager, enhancing flexibility and precision during inspections.
- Efficient Operation: Lightweight construction and operation by only two personnel streamline maintenance processes, minimizing downtime and maximizing efficiency.
Applications
- Aircraft Maintenance: Ideal for routine inspections and maintenance checks on F-18A/B Hornet inner wings, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Quality Assurance: Utilised in aerospace manufacturing facilities for quality assurance inspections, guaranteeing the structural integrity of inner wing components.
- Military Maintenance Facilities: Deployed in military maintenance depots to facilitate efficient and precise inspections of F-18A/B Hornet aircraft, supporting operational readiness.
Specifications
- Independent Control: Allows separate movement control for the source and imager, ensuring precise positioning during inspections.
- Lightweight Construction: Constructed with lightweight materials for ease of mobility and handling, facilitating efficient operation by a small team.
- Power Supply: Operates with a 240V DC power supply, providing reliable activation of inspection devices.
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C-27J Spartan Mobile Work Stands
The C-27J Spartan Mobile Work Stands are equipped with versatile features tailored for efficient maintenance operations. With a cockpit work stand offering adjustable height and a wing armpit work stand designed for easy transportation and lightweight construction, these stands ensure safe and accessible maintenance for critical aircraft components.
Key Features
- Adjustable Height: The cockpit work stand provides a height range of 1.8m to 3.9m, offering safe access to various aircraft components such as windscreens, antennas, engine crown, wings, and cockpit areas.
- Sturdy Platform: With a robust 250kg rated work platform, the stand ensures stability and support for maintenance personnel during operations.
- Versatile Mobility: Towable to speeds of up to 5km/h and featuring integral tow bars, the stands are easily transportable by road, rail, sea, and air, offering flexibility for deployment across different environments and locations.
Applications
- Aircraft Maintenance: The C-27J Spartan Mobile Work Stands are essential for conducting routine inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks on various components of the aircraft, including the cockpit, wings, and engine areas.
- Assembly Operations: These stands facilitate assembly operations during aircraft production or modification processes, providing convenient access for technicians to install or replace parts and perform quality checks.
- Refurbishment Projects: During refurbishment projects, the stands offer a stable platform for workers to access and refurbish different sections of the aircraft, ensuring thorough inspection and restoration of critical components.
Specifications
- Adjustability and Safety: The cockpit work stand features a height-adjustable design (1.8m to 3.9m) to ensure safe access to various aircraft areas. It includes a two-person fall arrest system compliant with AS1891 and manual hydraulic elevating system with mechanical safety interlocks.
- Mobility and Transportability: Both the cockpit and wing armpit work stands are designed for easy transportation, with integral tow bars allowing towing at speeds of up to 5km/h. Additionally, they are equipped with levelling jacks and tie-down provisions to MIL-STD-209K standards for stability during use and transport.
- Compliance and Versatility: The stands are engineered to meet industry standards such as AS1657 for safety and functionality. They offer lightweight construction for portability, removable handrails for air transportability, and extendable support outriggers for enhanced stability during use.