Manchester Airport’s new refueling management system will help the airport deal with delays. Brought to you by the i6 Group, the system provides fuel operators with a real-time information feed to maximize operational efficiency. Let’s explore this story below.
Manchester Airport rolls out refueling system
In the aviation business, every minute counts as airlines and airports strive to achieve optimal operational efficiency and reduce costs. Manchester Airport (MAN)’s new fuel management system, in partnership with the i6 Group, is expected to play a key role in optimizing operations and minimizing delays.
The system will help airlines refuel aircraft faster by improving communications and consolidating information feeds between airlines, refuelers and airport authorities.
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i6 Group CEO Steve Urhmacher said:
“Advanced technology is key to achieving greater efficiency and sustainability throughout the refueling process. We are delighted to bring our technology to Manchester and look forward to deploying eHandshake. This will help us build smarter and more sustainable airports.”
Delays in the refueling process can impact an airline’s on-time performance (OTP) and drive up operating costs. Other inefficiencies such as fuel shortage/excess also have economic and environmental impacts.
how exactly does that work?
The new refueling management system boasts key features to provide a seamless, cost-effective hardware and software refueling solution. First, fuelers are always up-to-date with real-time flight information, including delays and schedule changes, so they can be ready when they need to.
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As the i6 group explained,
“By integrating feeds with airports and airlines, we can keep refuelers up-to-date with flight information, update flight changes more quickly due to weather, disruptions and delays, and ensure refuelers are always in the right place. We guarantee that you will be there at the right time.”
In addition, refueling personnel can know in advance the exact amount of fuel an airline needs, so the airline can prepare accurately and avoid fuel shortages/surpluses.
“eHandshake” technology coming soon
i6 Group is behind the eHandshake system, which allows pilots to digitally communicate directly with refuelers. Refueling orders are typically issued in person using paper tickets after the aircraft has landed, an outdated process that leads to considerable inefficiency.
According to i6, “eHandshake”Faster, paperless refueling, social distancing and 50% less risk of overfueling.Virgin Atlantic has already started using eHandshake at major U.S. airports, starting with San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), and will be the first to deploy the technology at MAN. will be used.
Virgin Atlantic Fuel Manager Eve Messenger said:
“As we focus on decarbonizing aviation, it is important to ensure that every drop of fuel is optimized during the refueling process. eHandshake allows us to collect accurate refueling data and I can make sure that I have the perfect amount of fuel for the trip.”
Do you have experience in aviation fuel management? How game-changer will this be at Manchester Airport? Let us know your insights in the comments.
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