Aircraft catering carts are specialized ground support equipment used at domestic civil airports to deliver meals to aircraft. These carts utilize hydraulic lifting systems to adjust working heights, adapting to the door positions of different aircraft models. Their compartments are equipped with securing devices to ensure stability during meal transport. In 2017, the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) issued the industry standard “Aircraft Catering Cart” (MH/T 6016—2017), specifying technical requirements and safety performance metrics for the equipment. Multiple domestically produced aircraft catering cart models have been successfully delivered and exported overseas, marking a significant technological breakthrough in the application of ground support equipment within the civil aviation sector.
The aircraft catering cart employs a scissor lift frame connecting the chassis to the cargo compartment. Its sliding docking mechanism incorporates a fixed platform and a docking tailgate, enabling horizontal and vertical movement via drive components. The rotating tailgate features anti-trip support devices and retractable safety rails, while the rear elastic cylinder structure optimizes catering cart transfer operations. The cargo compartment maintains an effective internal width of no less than 2300mm, with floor slip resistance coefficient not lower than 0.4. (As shown below)
The guardrail height at the front platform of the equipment shall not be less than 1100mm, with a lateral force resistance of 900N. The outrigger mechanism and travel system shall implement interlock protection, automatically stopping extension when approaching within 100mm of the aircraft door. Operational noise shall be limited to below 85 decibels, with emergency audible and visual alarm devices included as mandatory configurations. Reliability testing requires the standardized vehicle to travel 3000 kilometers without critical failures. (As shown in the figure below)
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The vehicle body structure requires materials that prevent spark generation. It employs a sandwich construction of fiberglass (3mm inner/outer layers) + polyurethane (8cm insulation layer), integrally formed via wet bonding. This design offers flame-retardant and corrosion-resistant properties. Panel joints are bonded with unsaturated resin and cured for 24 hours to ensure thermal insulation performance. The refrigeration system must maintain standard temperature control with automatic monitoring and alarm devices. Temperature uniformity within the cargo compartment must be verified and certified as compliant. (As shown below)
The tailgate is designed as a swing-out door with pneumatic control, as shown below:
【Dongfeng Air Catering Vehicle Key Technical Specifications】 | |||
Product Trademark | Dongfeng Brand | Announcement Batch | 357 |
Product Name | Truck Chassis | Product Model | EQ1182L9CDG |
Manufacturer | Truck Chassis | ||
Gross Weight (kg) | 18000 | Curb weight (kg) | 4500,4800 |
Overall Dimensions (mm) | 8255, 8850, 9550×2435, 2506×2800, 3200, 3600, 3950 | ||
Chassis Category | Class II | Gross Trailer Weight (kg) | |
Cab Occupancy (persons) | 2, 3 | Semi-Trailer Saddle | |
Approach Angle/Departure Angle (°) | 19/13 | Front Overhang/Rear Overhang (mm) | 1260/2295 |
Number of Axles | 2 | Wheelbase (mm) | 4700,5300 |
Axle Load (kg) | 6500/11500 | Maximum Speed (km/h) | 89 |
Number of Tires | 6 | Tire Size | 295/80R22.5 18PR |
Approach Angle/Departure Angle (°) | 19/13 | Number of Leaf Springs | 8/10+7,3/4+3 |
Front Track Width (mm) | 1844, 1860, 1923, 1990 | Rear Track Width (mm) | 1806,1865 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Emission Standard | GB17691-2018国Ⅵ |
Engine Model | Engine Manufacturer | Displacement (ml) | Power (kW) |
YCS04200-68 | Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Co., Ltd. | 4156 | 147 |
Optional front fascia lower cover and front/rear combination lamps. Optional sun visor, green filter strip, step, air horn. Optional low-roof cab. Optional satellite positioning-enabled driving recorder. ABS System Model/Manufacturer: Xiangyang Dongfeng Longcheng Machinery Co., Ltd., ABS/ASR-24V-4S/4M. D4.5NS6B220 Engine Maximum Net Power: 157(kW), YCS04200-68 engine maximum net power: 143(kW), D4.0NS6B195 engine maximum net power: 138(kW). B6.2NS6B260 Engine Maximum Net Power: 188 kW. Vehicle Length - Wheelbase - Front/Rear Overhang Correspondence: 8255-4700-1260/2295; 8850-5300-1260/2290, 8850-5300-1510/2040. This model offers optional ETC onboard units. Selectable fuel tank, battery, urea tank, and air tank mounting positions on left or right sides. | |||
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