About Trove Zigzag Otter

Aviation enthusiasts often look to the skies, admiring aerodynamics and jet propulsion. At Trove Zigzag Otter, we look at the tarmac.

Our mandate is the documentation and technical cataloguing of Airport Ground Support Equipment (GSE). The modern airport apron is a highly hazardous, tightly choreographed industrial zone. Without the unsung mechanical workhorses detailed on this site, not a single commercial flight would depart.

The Technical Angle

We provide pragmatic, highly detailed overviews of the machinery that powers global logistics. From the hydrostatic drives of 70-tonne pushback tractors to the precision safety sensors on high-loader scissor lifts, we cater to aviation professionals, engineers, and ground handling operations managers.

Our data is compiled from maintenance manuals, manufacturer schematics, and field observations on wet tarmacs around the world.