The 101 aircraft is part of the lineage of aircraft produced by Scottish Aviation. The company itself has a foundational history in British aviation, established following the formation of a flying club in 1935. Scottish Aviation built a reputation for designing and manufacturing highly practical aircraft, often fulfilling military and utility roles, before becoming part of British Aerospace in 1977.
The maintenance requirements for the 101 can be addressed using a comprehensive array of access solutions. Reach Deck Platforms and Modular Stepover Platforms are effective for general access needs (AF-BF) and servicing areas like the Forward Fuselage, particularly the main entry door (MED), cargo, and cabin access points.
For the Landing Gear, a Platform Ladder or Super Service Stand offers direct access to both the Nose Landing Gear (NLG) and Main Landing Gear (MLG). Specialized platforms like the Bridge Deck and Cantilever Platform are ideal for reaching the Wing Box area in the Middle Fuselage, enabling tasks like oil maintenance and fuel tank checks.
Work on the Wing & Engine Pylon section—including the engine body, fan, and turbine—benefits from the versatility of an Ultraraise or Easyraise. These solutions allow thorough servicing of engine components and hydraulic systems. For the Tail Section (Empennage), access platforms are available to service the vertical and horizontal stabilizers and the rudder. For specialized work near sensitive avionics in the Nose Section and Rear Avionics in the AFT Fuselage, solutions like Branach Fibreglass Platforms provide electrical isolation, enabling a methodical approach to maintenance.
