When people hear talk of aircraft safety, their first thoughts are often of in-flight practices. Little thought goes to a business jet once it has landed and been parked. However, this ground time puts the parked jet at risk for often-overlooked but increasingly common dangers:
- Theft, vandalism, and damage to the aircraft or the sensitive tools and equipment on board.
- Theft of and/or tampering with aviation fuel.
- Becoming the unknowing transporter of illegal or dangerous materials and substances that are clandestinely loaded as cargo.
These dangers are considerable at minor airfields where security can be rudimentary. However, even at larger airports, private aircraft aren’t always parked in range of security cameras.
To address these dangers, Blue Green Technology developed VIGIPLANE™. This security system for parked aircraft provides constant, real-time surveillance while operating autonomously from the aircraft systems. The system is aware of routine activity and notifies the pilot directly if there is a security threat.
VIGIPLANE™ uses high-performance and low-power detectors, day and night HD cameras, cellular and satellite modules, as well as a flashing alarm light to detect intrusion. It takes pictures and videos that are transmitted almost in real-time to the safety staff of the aircraft. The system does not require certification and it’s cost-effective, small enough for pilots to carry, and installs on the front landing gear of the aircraft in less than two minutes. Once it’s locked, VIGIPLANE™ cannot be released or removed by anyone other than authorized personnel, and it can immobilize the aircraft through a special nose wheel chock should a theft attempt take place.
Heads of state, medical air services, and business travelers who fly into dangerous areas look to VIGIPLANE™ for ground security. If you fall into one of these categories, this technology may be a necessity for your business. But it’s also for anyone looking for 24/7 surveillance of their aircraft — so you’re protected no matter what.
Contact L & L International if you need assistance in purchasing or selling a private jet. You can reach our sales specialists today at sales@L-Lint.com, call us any time at 877-453-8276 (+1.305.754.3313), or visit us online.