Xi’an Xianyang Airport Introduced the First aircraft Removal & Rescue Equipment

The first aircraft removal & rescue equipment, costing over 10 million yuan, by Xi’an Xianyang International Airport arrived. The equipment is the rescue equipment used for removing the disabled aircraft after the crash. On April 11th, the people from the manufacturer arrived at Xi’an Xianyang International Airport, started a 3-day training and exercise program for the related security department at the airport. The equipment can remove the disabled aircraft in a very short period of time from the scene, which makes for a very speedy restoration of airport operation and avoiding any further damage to the aircraft.

It has been learned that the purchased aircraft jacking air-bag devices can be used for the emergency rescue of B747 and other jumbo jets. The equipment lifts the disabled aircraft smoothly and safely, facilitating the process of moving the disabled aircraft to a safe location, and securing the restoration of normal airport operations. After the usage, it will further improve airport integrated security capabilities, and implement the rescue after the accident, i.e. jumbo jet deviation from the runway and etc.