ground service equipment (GSE)

Ground Service Equipment (GSE) refers to the specialized tools, machinery, and devices used to support aircraft on the ground. This includes items like baggage tugs for pulling luggage carts, fuel trucks for refueling, ground power units providing electricity, and aircraft tow tractors. GSE ensures aircraft can be serviced efficiently, safely, and quickly between flights, facilitating activities such as loading luggage, refueling, and maintenance. These tools are essential for airline operations and airport efficiency, helping aircraft operate smoothly from landing to takeoff.