Rugged tablets manufactured by Getac, for which we are the Türkiye Distributor and Authorized Service Center, are now used in the operation of the automatic aircraft refueling system at Istanbul Airport — considered the best in its industry — which will be the world’s largest airport with an annual capacity of 200 million passengers when all phases are completed. Used to optimize the operation of the world’s largest storage and hydrant systems operated by İGA Havalimanı Akaryakıt Hizmetleri A.Ş., Getac F110 rugged tablets enable the refueling vehicle fleet to connect to the central control system from any point on the apron and initiate the automatic refueling process. As a result, each aircraft can be ready for its next flight in about 45 minutes.
The state-of-the-art automatic refueling system operated by İGA Havalimanı Akaryakıt Hizmetleri A.Ş. covers the entire 6.5 million square meter apron area. Compared to conventional fuel trucks, this system offers many advantages, including faster and more precise refueling, reduced congestion on the apron and safer operations. Getac’s equipment, built to withstand all kinds of harsh conditions, is at the heart of this innovative system. 60 refueling vehicles, each equipped with a Getac F110 tablet, are used to meet arriving aircraft and connect to the fuel pumps beneath the apron. Refueling vehicle operators use the tablet’s powerful 4G connection to communicate with the control center, start refueling and deliver the required amount of fuel fully and automatically. Operators are also directed via the tablets to take position to meet the next aircraft as soon as it lands.
The Getac F110 Rugged Tablets used in the project also monitor the remaining battery life of 50 electric refueling vehicles used on the apron. Thanks to the tablet’s large 11.6″ screen and powerful processor, operators can split the screen in two to monitor both the refueling process and battery life at the same time. Designed to be easily readable and operable in all conditions, including work in direct sunlight or rain, the tablets are extremely resistant to external factors such as dust, water and vibration.