PCA-45

Description

The PCA-45 is a mobile pre-conditioned air unit designed to regulate the cabin temperature of parked aircraft by delivering cooled or heated air directly into the fuselage. Manufactured by the Swiss engineering group Cavotec (Cavotec SA), this ground support equipment belongs to a broader portfolio of gate electrification and climate control systems. It is engineered to replace the use of an aircraft’s Auxiliary Power Unit, thereby reducing fuel consumption and emissions during ground turnaround operations. Primary buyers include international airport authorities, fixed-base operators, and ground handling companies seeking to modernise gate infrastructure. The unit is typically sold as part of integrated airport turnkey projects or as a standalone mobile solution for hangars and remote stands. Known deployments of Cavotec air systems occur at major hubs such as Bahrain International Airport and various European facilities where strict environmental regulations mandate the use of electric ground power and air. Prospective buyers should verify the specific compatibility of the PCA-45 with wide-body aircraft requirements, as cooling capacity varies by ambient humidity and temperature. The Aerospace Garage desk recommends confirming the lead times for spare parts and the availability of regional maintenance technicians. As airport grids become increasingly congested, the desk would also check the peak electrical load requirements to ensure the site's existing power infrastructure can support multiple concurrent units.