A Purpose-Built Asset for H135 MRO Operations
This dedicated maintenance solution for the Airbus H135 helicopter delivers exceptional safety and efficiency when accessing the nose and windshield section of the aircraft. Engineered to match the H135’s distinct contours and forward-section maintenance requirements, this nose access platform is an indispensable asset for MRO teams focused on safe operations, high-quality workmanship, and maximum aircraft uptime.
The primary function of this custom-designed platform is to provide comprehensive, secure access to the entire forward windshield area. This critical access enables routine and non-routine procedures including inspection, repair, and complete windshield replacement. By elevating technicians to the correct working height with a large, stable deck, the platform eliminates reliance on improvised access methods and transforms a typically challenging work zone into a controlled, safe, and efficient workspace.
Stable Docking with Positive Floor Locking
Mobility and stability are engineered into the core of the design. Heavy-duty 200mm swivel castors with side brakes allow smooth positioning, while integrated machine jacks lift the castors once in place—locking the platform firmly to the hangar floor to ensure zero movement during critical work at height.
Two-Piece Modular Design for Storage and Transport
An innovative split design allows the platform to separate into two distinct sections. This modularity improves storage in space-restricted hangars and simplifies relocation between bays or transport to off-site maintenance locations. When assembled, stability remains paramount and is reinforced through strategically positioned counterweights that maintain a solid, immovable operating base when docked against the airframe.
Technician Safety and Aircraft Protection
Safety features are integrated throughout to protect both personnel and the aircraft. The working deck uses durable treadplate decking for excellent grip and long-term wear resistance. Anti-slip nosings are fitted along all step and platform edges to reduce slip risk in demanding environments. To safeguard the H135’s delicate surfaces, extensive foam buffering is applied at all contact points, helping prevent scratches or damage while the platform is positioned and in use.
Controlled Entry with Self-Closing Gate
Access onto the platform is secured with a self-closing swing gate. Once a technician steps onto the deck, the entrance closes automatically to provide passive fall protection—supporting rigorous aviation safety standards without adding operational complexity.
Full Surround Access to Forward-Cockpit Work Zones
The platform provides full surround access around the cockpit nose section, enabling simultaneous work on multiple forward-area components while maintaining a safe working envelope. This includes access for electrical components, pitot tubes, landing lights, and structural fasteners in the nose region, alongside primary windscreen tasks. This full coverage capability is particularly valuable during periodic inspections and unscheduled maintenance, improving efficiency and reducing downtime.
Built to withstand demanding MRO conditions, this platform is a long-term, reliable solution for forward-section maintenance on the Airbus H135. By combining stable docking, modular handling, continuous fall protection, and extensive airframe buffering, it supports faster turnarounds and higher-quality maintenance—delivering a dedicated, secure working environment tailored specifically to the H135 nose and windshield area. See our H135 Side Access Docking Platforms for full access around your H135.
