Passenger boarding ramps are directly responsible for the safety of every embarking and disembarking passenger, and for the protection of aircraft worth hundreds of millions of dollars.
Evaluating this category on headline price alone understates the true cost of poor performance — in incident liability, regulatory exposure, labour costs and long-term maintenance. Aviramp systems deliver measurably lower whole-life costs alongside a significantly higher safety standard.
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IATA’s AHM (section 913) advises best-practice requirements for passenger boarding ramps. As these guidelines become increasingly referenced within procurement specifications and operational best practice, equipment that cannot meet these requirements risks an unplanned and costly replacement cycle.
Aviramp is the only manufacturer in the world currently able to manufacture and supply ramps in line with these standards providing operators with a technically differentiated and forward-resilient procurement position that no competitor can currently match.
Steeper-gradient boarding systems may increase accessibility risk and create greater exposure under ADA and related accessibility expectations for boarding and deplaning operations.
Trip hazards and poor surface traction are leading causes of boarding incidents. Each preventable fall can represent litigation costs that dwarf any saving on equipment purchase price.
Multi-operator ramps add recurring labor expense on every turn. Across hundreds of daily operations, that cost compounds substantially and is never visible in a purchase price comparison
Ramps without aircraft protection systems materially increase GSE contact risk. A single airframe strike can cost $50K–$500K+ in repairs and delays — far exceeding any equipment saving.
Single-operator deployment reduces per-turn labour costs vs. multi-crew ramps. Savings compound significantly across high-frequency operations.
Full structural warranty including slip-resistant surface – locking in maintenance cost predictability across the full asset lifecycle.
Designed to replace separate highlifts and aircraft steps – removing their capital, maintenance, insurance, and storage costs from the equation.
Five dedicated models covering all commercial aircraft types. One vendor, one warranty framework, minimal maintenance required.
Gentle gradients and step-free design support ADA-aligned boarding for all mobility levels — materially reducing accessibility risk and associated legal exposure.
Single-operator deployment reduces per-turn labor vs. multi-crew ramps, based on operational deployments. Savings compound across every daily operation over the asset lifecycle.
Designed to replace separate highlifts and steps — removing their purchase, maintenance, insurance, and storage costs from the procurement and operational budget.
Warranted slip-resistant surfaces and step-free boarding mitigate the conditions associated with passenger injury claims — reducing legal cost exposure based on operational experience.
Full 10-year structural and walkway warranty reduces maintenance costs significantly – a substantial advantage in multi-year capital planning and budget approval cycles.
As AHM913 becomes more widely referenced in procurement specifications, operators specifying Aviramp’s AHM models today are better positioned to avoid a costly mid-cycle replacement program later on.
Our unique design and hydraulic drive enable rapid positioning at the aircraft, allowing doors to be opened sooner and disembarkation to begin earlier.
Over 90% of short-haul flights carry fewer than four PRMs, yet ambulifts are frequently deployed for just one or two passengers, creating delays and high costs. Aviramp reduces ambulift reliance, improving efficiency, savings and aircraft turnaround times.
Aviramp improves accessibility for all wheelchair passenger categories. WCHC passengers can reduce reliance on loading equipment, while WCHR and WCHS passengers benefit from a safe, comfortable ramped boarding experience with less assistance, shorter times and improved independence.
Passenger flow on aircraft steps is often disrupted by visible bottlenecks caused by individuals struggling to board or disembark. This is a common issue on busy leisure flights that typically carry large numbers of families and elderly passengers.
Our boarding ramps significantly reduce these bottlenecks by providing a more stable and comfortable boarding experience. Aviramp’s gently sloped ramps, all-weather anti-slip surface, and supportive handrails enable elderly passengers to board more safely and allow families, particularly those with young children, to move together on foot without the need to lift or carry children.
Our boarding ramps typically deliver time savings of up to 90 seconds, depending on airport infrastructure, by enabling passengers to pre-board while still maintaining aircraft access for crew and ground staff. Depending on the ramp model, up to 40 passengers can be accommodated comfortably on the ramp, allowing boarding to begin immediately once the cabin is ready.
Disembarkation using Aviramp is up to 30% faster than using aircraft steps, significantly improving overall passenger flow. Elderly passengers and families with young children are able to disembark more safely, while all passengers can exit the aircraft more easily with their luggage. This reduced physical strain helps lower the risk of falls and minimizes incidents of dropped luggage.
Gradient – suitable for wheelchairs, luggage & catering
Structural warranty incl. slip-resistant surface
Full single-operator deployment — no further crew needed
Dedicated configurations covering all aircraft types
Step-free boarding, gentle gradients & slip resistant flooring (10 yr structural warranty) reduce incident risk across every passenger movement.
Engineered for all passengers: wheelchair users, PRM passengers and children. Reduces lifting risks for wheeled luggage and catering equipment.
Fully solar-powered variants available across all five models, supporting sustainability targets without operational compromise.
Single-operator deployment and consolidated functionality eliminate the need to coordinate multiple pieces of GSE.
Advanced aircraft & passenger protection technology is available across all Aviramp models via a range of tailored optional enhancements.
Engineered for the operational demands of commercial aviation — not adapted consumer or industrial equipment.
Low-cost ramp saves money on day one. But when labor differentials, incident liability exposure, accessibility risk, aircraft damage potential, and eliminated GSE costs are considered across the full life of the asset, the lower-priced option frequently represents a higher total expenditure.
Aviramp’s pricing reflects infrastructure-grade engineering, decade-long warranty protection, and the mitigation of multiple parallel cost and risk lines. We welcome the opportunity to discuss your specific operational requirements in detail.
Our team is happy to provide full quotations, details on optional extras and any further information required.
To get in touch call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or complete the form below.
The International is designed for wide-body aircraft operations, serving everything from the A320 up to the A380 lower deck.
The Continental is a fully motorised mobile boarding ramp suitable for a range of aircraft from A320 family down to EMB170.
The Regional mobile ramp is tailored for regional and small to medium aircraft, Suitable for a range of aircraft from B737 down to Embraer & CRJ fleets.
The Domestic model is designed to optimise ground handling operations for a range of small aircraft, including CRJ fleets, EMB145, ATR 72/42 & Q400.
The Lite is suitable for ultra narrow-body aircraft and turboprops, including EMB145, SAAB 340, ATR72/42 & Q400.
The ChairLifter transform the way airports and ground handling teams manage electric mobility aids. It eliminates manual lifting, reduces turnaround delays and protects valuable equipment.
