AFT Engine Stand.
A mobile, height adjustable platform for under cowl access to aircraft engines.
The AFT Engine Stand has been developed for under cowl access to the AFT area of aircraft engines to access thrust reverser and D-Ducts. The engine stand can provide access to the engine core and thrust reverser without removing the cowlings. Height adjustable to provide access to multiple aircraft/engine configuations.

Classification.
Aircraft families / models20 assigned+
Markets2 assigned+
Maintenance areas1 assigned+
Aircraft types3 assigned+
Manufacturers2 assigned+
Product ranges3 assigned+
D Duct / Thrust Reverser Access Stair
Height-adjustable access for engine under-cowl, D duct and thrust reverser maintenance on aircraft on wheels.
| Product group | 8030 |
|---|---|
| Compatible aircraft / engines |
Airbus A350 — Trent XWB-84 Boeing 777 — GE90-100 Boeing 787 — Trent 1000 |
| Platform height | 1,800–2,400 mm |
| Platform size | 2,150 × 500 mm (L × W) |
| Platform capacity | 250 kg or 2 persons |
| Stairway capacity | One person per step; maximum two persons on the stair flight |
| Step width / stair angle | 500 mm / approximately 45° |
| Overall storage dimensions | 4,386 × 2,148 × 2,900 mm (L × W × H) |
| Product weight | Approximately 550 kg |
| Construction | Steel and aluminium |
| Mobility | Manually movable; maximum movement speed 5 km/h |
| Operating environment | Indoor hangar use; indoor storage strongly recommended |
Safety and access
- Fixed and adjustable aluminium railings
- Perforated aluminium steps with high slip resistance
- Anti-slip plywood platform flooring
Design standards: EN ISO 12100 and EN ISO 14122-1, -2 and -3.
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