Employing three JBT 30i cargo loaders, the equipment was used to unload the solar-powered aircraft, which arrived from Spain at Stennis International Airport in Kiln, Mississippi on a Cargolux Boeing 747 Freighter. The disassembled Skydweller Aero, celebrated for its ground-breaking solar powered perpetual motion technology, landed at Stennis International Airport on Saturday, 13 January, for further assembly and testing.
Read more about the partnership between Mercury GSE and Alliance Ground International, ensuring the seamless transfer of components from the Cargolux 747 to the airport facilities.
The latest edition of Aviation Pros features a cover story exploring the state of the industry, and highlights how data, technology, and automation are reshaping ground support operations. Mercury GSE's VP of Customer Experience, Joe Davis, shares insights and trends featured throughout the article. Key amongst them are how telematics have evolved from a passive reporting tool, and how many companies are turning to automation to fill the gap in mechanical trades resulting from a lack of deep skilled labor pools.
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As the aviation industry continues its push toward smarter fleet strategy, operational agility, and around-the-clock reliability, Mercury GSE is gearing up for another year on the global stage. From maintenance innovation to equipment modernization, 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for ramp and ground operations—and the conversations driving it will happen face-to-face across the industry’s most important events.
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