International

Passenger Boarding Ramp

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Aviramp International

Suitable for all wide-body aircraft from A380 down to A320

The Aviramp International is operated by one person using a handheld remote control. It runs on either a small diesel engine or solar-powered electric motor, both driving a hydraulic system.

Its patented step-free switchback walkway maintains a maximum 8° slope, ensuring safe access for PRMs, wheelchair users, and parents with children. It operates at heights from 320 cm (126”) to 520 cm (205”), covering aircraft from the A320 to A380 lower deck, including B777/787 and A330/350.

Units are shipped in containers and assembled on-site with full operational and maintenance training. The unit includes a hydraulic docking edge, allowing the operator to extend it safely once stabilised, reducing the risk of aircraft damage.

A 10-year structural warranty is provided, along with optional extras like a roof, canopy, walkway lighting, and aircraft door canopy. AHM 913-compatible units are also available.

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Interested in learning more about our international boarding ramp for wide body aircraft, booking a demo, or discussing something else?

Call us or complete the form below and a member of our team will get back to you. 

(UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220
(US) +1 (678) 737-6181

Features at a glance:

  • Solar or diesel powered options available.
  • Operational height 320cm (126″) up to 520cm (205″).
  • Mobile boarding bridge for wide body aircraft.
  • Patented 360–degree switchback design.
  • Crew stairs provide full aircraft access while allowing passenger
    pre-boarding to the top platform.
  • Single-person operation by remote control.
  • Services all wide body aircraft, including the A380 lower deck,
    and some medium body like the A320 family.
  • Can function as a fixed boarding bridge from the terminal first floor down to the ramp tarmac.
  • All-weather anti-slip flooring as standard.
  • Customization options including, fully enclosed roof, canopy and lighting.
  • Minimal maintenance requirements.
  • Assembly, installation and training provided.
  • Comprehensive after-sales support including warranty,
    maintenance and service plans.
Compatibility chart
International
Working height 3.2m (126") - 5.2m (205")
A319
A320
A321
A321 NEO
A330
A340
A350
(FWD door only)
A380
(lower deck only)
B747
(lower deck only)
B767
B777
B787

Code E compliant boarding ramps

When you’re dealing with the world’s biggest passenger jets like the Airbus A380, Boeing 777, Airbus A350, Boeing 747, Boeing 787, Airbus A330, and Airbus A340 you need boarding equipment that can actually handle them. That’s where Aviramp’s International Code E compliant ramp come in.

We’re the only manufacturer that builds ramps for these heavyweight wide body aircraft. While everyone else focuses on the smaller planes that budget airlines use, we’ve cracked the challenge of safely loading passengers on and off the giants of international aviation.

Our code E compliant International ramp work for airports and ground handling companies who need reliable passenger loading solutions for wide body aircraft.

Why our code E compliant ramps beat stairs

Anyone who’s wobbled up aircraft stairs in the wind knows they’re not ideal. With Code E aircraft, you’re talking about significant height differences and steep climbs that get harder as passengers age or struggle with mobility.

Our ramps change all that. The non-slip surface means safety in wet weather and the gentle angle makes boarding genuinely comfortable rather than an endurance test. Proper guard rails and handrails give people something solid to hold onto.

For wheelchair users and anyone with mobility challenges, the difference is transformational. No waiting around for special lifts or feeling like a burden – just straightforward, dignified access like everyone else gets.

Why choose Aviramp over traditional stairs?

Faster turnaround

  • Up to 30% faster boarding and disembarkation.
  • Improved access and safety for the elderly and families with small children.
  • Faster and more dignified boarding for PRM passengers.
  • Designated boarding for catering and crew.
  • Removes or significantly reduces the need for ambulifts.

Cost savings

  • Combines stairs and ambulift operations into one vehicle.
  • Turns most PRMs into ‘assist only’ rather than ‘lift on’.
  • Improved safety reduces passenger injury claims.
  • No additional infrastructure costs.
  • Can replace passenger boarding bridges (PBB).

Passenger experience

  • Safer queuing on the ramp, rather than on the tarmac.
  • Parents with babies and small children can board without the risk of falling.
  • Wheelchair users have complete freedom of access.
  • Faster and safer boarding for elderly passengers.
  • Seamless, all-inclusive step-free passenger experience.
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Aviramp improves operational efficiency

Ground crews working with these massive aircraft know that time is money. These planes cost serious money to operate, so every minute saved during turnaround matters.

Our ramps dock faster than traditional stairs and one person can operate them. That means less hanging around, quicker passenger flow and aircraft back in the air sooner. They can even work as a fixed air bridge from the terminal building down to the apron area.

The maintenance side is refreshingly simple too. We handle the installation, train your people, and because these ramps work with every major Code E aircraft type, you’re not juggling different equipment for different planes.

While other manufacturers stick to the easier, smaller stuff, we’ve put in the engineering work to handle the wide-body aircraft that other boarding solutions simply can’t cope with.

Aviramp Improves turnaround times and passenger safety

Our boarding ramps improve turnaround efficiency while delivering a safer, more comfortable passenger experience. Pre-boarding capability can save up to 90 seconds, depending on airport infrastructure, by allowing passengers to queue on the ramp while maintaining access for crew and ground staff.

Aviramp’s unique design and hydraulic drive enable faster equipment positioning at the aircraft, allowing doors to be opened sooner and disembarkation to begin earlier.

Gently sloped ramps, all-weather anti-slip surfaces, and supportive handrails improve passenger flow and significantly reduce bottlenecks, enabling safer boarding and disembarkation for elderly passengers, families, and PRM passengers while reducing reliance on ambulifts.

Aviramp International Aircraft Passenger Boarding Ramp Technical Drawing

Technical specification

Height 320cm (126”) up to 520cm (205”)
Length 1280cm (504”)
Width 650cm (256”)
Walkway Width 88.5cm (35”)
Weight 5200kg
Ramp Angle 7.5 - 8 degrees
Motor Diesel or Solar/Electric
Battery Runtime Up to 24 hours* depending on usage and weather conditions
Chassis Galvanised steel
Ramp Aluminium
Floor Aviramp’s unique aluminium all weather anti-slip surface
Passnger Load 3.2Kn/sq. metre (720lbs/sq. yard)
Max Speed 5KM/H
Max Towing Speed 8KM/H
Walkway Lights Optional Extra
Aircraft Approach Lights Optional Extra

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Optional Extras

Aircraft Approach Lighting

  • Additional lighting for improved aircraft approach safety

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Aircraft Door Canopy

  • Works as an extension to the roof options, the ADC has an aluminium frame with polycarbonate panels.
  • Main canopy extends electrically by the push of a button controlled at the top of the ramp.
  • In conjunction with Fully Enclosed Roof, provides a covered walkway right up to the aircraft door.

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

Only for Regional, Continental and International ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Cold Start Kit

  • Diesel engine cold starter kit

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

For Domestic, Regional, Continental and International diesel models only.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Fully Enclosed Roofing

  • Fully enclosed roof provides wind and rain protection to passengers and crew
  • Main frame is manufactured from aluminium with tinted polycarbonate roof and side panels secured into base structure of unit
  • Is covered under our wind test ratings, maximum operational use limit 41kts/47mph/75kmph

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Large Fuel Tank

  • Extra large 35 liter fuel tank

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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LED Walkway Lighting

  • A Health & Safety must for night-time operations. Provides walkway lighting for the entire length of ramp.
  • Powered from an independent circuit to main ramp drive – if accidently left on main ramp power is not affected.
  • A separate solar panel charges the system.
  • Included as standard on IATA AHM models.

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Open Sided Roofing

  • Open sided canopy roof popular in warmer climates to promote airflow whilst providing sunshade.
  • Main frame is manufactured from aluminium with tinted polycarbonate roof and side panels secured into base structure of unit
  • Is covered under our wind test ratings, maximum operational use limit 41kts/47mph/75kmph

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Orange Flashing Beacon

  • Flashing orange safety beacon

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Proximity Sensor

  • Proximity sensor fitted on underside of top platform.
  • If the ramp is driven too quickly towards an aircraft, at a pre-set distance it automatically cuts the power to reduce risk of aircraft damage.
  • Sensitivity distance can be adjusted if required
  • Fitted as standard on IATA AHM models.

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Reverse Warning Alarm

  • Loud warning alarm to alert nearby personnel that the ramp is reversing
  • Improves safety and compliance

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Solar Electric Version

  • Replaces standard diesel engine with solar-electric motor.
  • High specification panels are daylight sensitive, which continuously charge a sealed battery pack. Multiple 12v batteries in use.
  • Backup plug-in charger installed (rarely needed)
  • Offers significant long term operational savings whilst satisfying airport sustainability targets & initiatives.
  • Fitted as standard on LITE Model

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Stair Bridging Ramp

  • Bridges the gap between Aviramp & aircraft when built in doorway steps prevent direct connection.
  • Manufactured from aluminium with our trusted slip-resistant flooring, aluminium handrails and dilite side panels.
  • Usually used in conjunction with LITE or Domestic models.
  • Unique rest-on top means no fitting required and zero damage to aircraft floor.

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Step Ramp

  • Additional step ramp to bridge gap between aircraft and boarding ramp

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Stretcher Compatability Unit

  • All platforms are made wider to provide a bigger turning circle to accommodate stretchers.
  • In order to ensure ramp remains within footprint, rear crew access steps are removed on these models
  • Available on Regional, Continental & International models only.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Turnaround Toolbox

  • Large storage area suitable for tools, standard wheelchairs and safety equipment

This upgrade can be fitted to existing Aviramp boarding ramps.

If you'd like to find out more about this optional extra, please call us on (UK) +44 (0) 1952 291220 (US) +1 (678) 737-6181 or send us a message through our contact form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are Aviramps easy to operate?

The Aviramp is really easy to use, a single person operation by either tiller arm or remote control

Aviramps are designed to be single person operated, even the ramps for wide body aircraft.

Yes

The flooring is manufactured using a unique patented formula designed to prevent slippage in all weathers.

Yes, with the stabilisers deployed there is no movement.

Yes, if you choose the extra wide platform option.

The ramps are all set to a patented 8 degree switch back design

Yes, this can be achieved via the mechanical pawl lock system.

The Aviramp is best utilised on the remote stand that it will be most frequently servicing, however, as the unit is self propelled it can be moved to a central location between turnarounds.

Our ramps have all been wind tested to 41 Kts, 47 Mph, 75Kmh. Please watch this video to show you more about the wind and jet blast tests

There are Aviramps currently in operation in temperatures of -15°C  The oil specification is altered for the operational climate. Our batteries are also designed to operate at sub zero temperatures. If you choose a diesel Aviramp, we can also offer a cold start kits as an optional extra.

There is minimal maintenance required our ramps, for example  checking bolts and hinges. We supply inspection and maintenance guidelines upon installation. We also offer service inspection plans – please ask the sales team at sales@aviramp.com for more details. If you choose an AHM model, all of the relevant checklists will be provided to ensure compliance.

On all models the entry ramp can be stowed and the top ramp can be secured in its lowest stowed position.

There are no restrictions on how far an Aviramp can be moved, however, our recommendation is to keep the Aviramp in close proximity to where it will be used.

Aviramp can be towed at a limited speed (8 KPH), however we recommend driving the unit between a maximum of 3 stands – excessive towing speed can result in damage to the braking system

We offer both solar and diesel solutions to suit your preference.

As standard, Aviramps use Hatz engines.

Yes, a charging port is located towards the rear of the unit.

The chassis is made of galvanised steel and the ramps are made of aluminium

All of our ramps are manufactured with aluminium patented anti slip flooring.

The SWL on the ramps is 326KG per sq m and 150KG UDL on the crew stairs

We offer a turnaround toolbox solution for stowage on the ramp – see our optional extras.

There are a variety of options available for all models of Aviramp – see our options & extras page for further details.

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