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Necessity of Towing and Pushing Aircraft
Aircraft Towing and Pushing
If you have ever been on an airplane, you might remember the feeling of getting pushed back from the gate before the pilots start the engines.
Airplanes are also towed around airports prior to engine start up as well. This is all achieved without the help of the engines, but why is this case?
Reasons for Towing and Pushing Aircraft
Safety Concerns
# 1
Preventing jet blast hazards to buildings, ground crew, and other aircraft
# 2
Avoiding prop wash hazards
Operational
Efficiency
# 1 Moving aircraft without requiring pilots
# 2 Saving time for airlines, ground control, and maintenance teams
Types of Vehicles Used for Towing Aircraft
# 1 Farm Tractors
# 2 Tugs & Towbars
# 3 Towbarless Tugs