SpiceJet, WheelTug tie up for electric taxi system production slots
Budget carrier SpiceJet on Wednesday
said it has tied-up with WheelTug Plc for reserving 400 production slots for
the electric taxi system.
The application of such a system helps move an aircraft forward or
backward without powering its engines or using external tugs.
The electric taxi system will enable SpiceJet in saving
fuel, reducing carbon emissions as well as noise levels and improving fleet
utilisation, thereby directly improving the bottom line, the airline said in a
release.
The WheelTug system places high-torque motors in the nose wheels
of the aircraft. Pilots control the aircraft themselves, performing ground
operations without requiring tugs for maneuvers. SpiceJet said.
Also, SpiceJet gate and stand operations will be faster and more
dependable, helping the airline eliminate unexpected long delays affecting the
schedule on any given day, it said.
"By inducting WheelTug into its B737 operations, SpiceJet
aims to reduce fuel burn during taxi out and in, the airline spokesperson said.
The Gurugram-headquartered no frills carrier is the largest Boeing
737 operator in the country.
"Signing SpiceJet at this time shows both companies are looking
forward to a strong recovery for the industry as the world responds to the
COVID-19 crisis," said Isaiah Cox, Chief Executive Officer, WheelTug.
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