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2.3 Danger zone
A hazardous area is dened as the area in which persons are endangered by movements of
the tug with and without the aircraft in-tow. No persons may be present in the danger area
of the tug. The manufacturer recommends a safety distance of at least 2 meters (6 feet 7
Inches). In addition, the user must always have his surroundings in view and look for other
possible sources of danger.
2. Risk and security statements
2.1 Intended Use
The aircraft tug may only be used as intended. It serves to lift and move aircrafts by cradling the
nose wheel. It is important to pay attention to the carrying capacity (max load). Possible aero-
space ground equipment can be towed when authorized with appropriate OEM equipment.
Damaged or defective tugs may not be operated until they have been properly repaired. Safety
switches, straps and safety devices must not be removed or bypassed. Specied settings may
not be changed without the manufacturer‘s consent. Damage to aircraft, personal injury or
death may occur.
2.2 Use under extreme conditions
Using the aircraft tug under extreme conditions can cause malfunction and accidents. Please
pay attention to the specied operating conditions (3.13.)
• For operations in extreme conditions, especially in heavily dusty or corrosive environ-
ments, the aircraft tow tug requires special equipment and approval.
• Use in potentially explosive environments is not permitted unless the aircraft tug has the
appropriate certication.
• In the event of (electrical) storms the aircraft tow tractor may not be operated outdoors
or in hazardous areas. Particular attention must be paid to the maximum cross-
wind component of the towed aircraft. Excessive crosswinds can lead to loss of traction
control of the tug. Ensure applicable technical data is understood and followed.
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