Airbus A320/A321 APU Removal Access Stand
The Airbus A320/A321 Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) Removal Access Stand is a purpose-built solution engineered for safe maintenance and removal of the APU located in the aircraft’s tail cone. Designed specifically for narrow-body airliner maintenance environments, this stand provides secure, reliable access for technicians performing routine inspections and full APU replacement procedures on Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft.
Its core functionality centers on the APU removal process. The platform incorporates retractable sliders that allow the APU to be lowered and safely removed through a dedicated frame cut-out once technicians have accessed the tail section. This controlled handling capability significantly improves safety and efficiency during a challenging high-altitude procedure, reducing risk when managing heavy components at height. Beyond removal, the stand also provides a stable working environment for detailed APU inspections that are essential to maintaining aircraft operational readiness.
Purpose-Built Tail Cone Access for Critical APU Work
Accessing the APU in the tail cone is a high-access task that demands stability, protection, and ergonomic positioning. This stand is engineered to dock effectively to the rear aircraft area, supporting consistent technician reach and safer working posture throughout inspection and replacement activities—without reliance on temporary or improvised access methods.
Durable Construction with Technician-Focused Safety
Built with durability and user safety as priorities, the stand features treadplate decking for strong grip under demanding hangar conditions. A secure sliding gate controls entry and exit at height, while 45° access stairs provide a natural ascent and descent angle to reduce fatigue during extended maintenance shifts.
Stable Levelling and Efficient Hangar Mobility
For dependable stability on uneven surfaces, adjustable winding jacks allow the platform to be levelled and fixed securely on the hangar floor. Mobility is supported by 200mm fully braked castors, enabling smooth repositioning and positive locking once in place. The stand is also available as a towable configuration, supporting quick deployment and efficient movement across maintenance bays.
Streamlining A320/A321 Rear-Fuselage Maintenance
While A320/A321 maintenance demands multiple access solutions across the airframe, this platform is dedicated to the rear section—delivering the precise access required for the APU and surrounding tail cone structures. By integrating a controlled removal mechanism with stable, high-grip working surfaces and reliable mobility, the Airbus A320/A321 APU Removal Access Stand streamlines one of the fleet’s most critical high-access maintenance tasks and sets a higher standard for safe, efficient APU servicing and replacement.
