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Position the aircraft tractor parallel to the aircraft or heli-
copter as you did while capturing. In order to guarantee
a safe release, we recommend to x the turntable with the
safety bolt. In any case, the tug should be in slow operating
mode (turtle)!
5.8 Release the Aircraft
Releasing the aircraft is done in reverse order to capturing and aircraft (5.6 - Capturing an
Aircraft). Before unloading, make sure that the aircraft is properly secured. Therefore the chocks
must be positioned at the main landing gear and/or the parking brake of the airplane must be
set.
5.7 During operation
While towing, there are a few points to take into account to prevent possible damage to the
aircraft and the tug:
- Only use slow mode (turtle) while an aircraft is on the tug.
- When crossing gate rails, the aircraft tug should be positioned at a 90° angle to the rails if
possible. In addition, the tractor should not be swung in during the crossing, otherwise
the xed rollers may get caught between the rails and damage may occur.
- The joysticks of the remote control should be used in gently. If the joysticks are fully
pressed, the maximum control signal is given what means that the vehicle is accelerating
with its maximum force. Conversely, this means that if the joysticks are released abruptly,
the vehicle will be stopped immediately with full force.
ATTENTION! Always follow the instructions above, otherwise damage to the
aircraft or the aircraft tug may occur.
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