Imagine this: An aircraft, thousands of feet in the air, begins its descent. The fuel system, an often-overlooked component, has been meticulously inspected, repaired, and certified, ensuring a smooth landing. Behind the scenes, it’s companies like Tank Tigers, an STS Aviation Group Company, that make this possible. With a team of experts spread across the globe, Tank Tigers has become a trusted name in aircraft fuel system services, delivering speed, safety, and reliability when it matters most. Whether you’re on the ground or in the skies, Tank Tigers ensures your aircraft is always ready to fly.
Global Aircraft Fuel System Services
Tank Tigers isn’t just another player in the aviation maintenance industry; we are a leader with a global footprint. With 12 locations spread across the United States, 2 in Canada, and strategic outposts in Shannon, Ireland, and Bordeaux, France, we deploy mobile, rapid response teams worldwide. This extensive network ensures that no matter where your aircraft is located, we can provide the fuel system support you need, when you need it.
Our unique partnership with STS Line Maintenance further enhances our capabilities. This collaboration gives us direct access to the largest active line maintenance network in the United States, enabling us to deliver fast, reliable services that keep your fleet in peak condition.
Comprehensive Fuel System Services
At Tank Tigers, we offer a wide range of specialized aircraft fuel system services designed to meet the diverse needs of the global aviation industry. Our expert teams handle everything from routine inspections to complex repairs, ensuring your aircraft’s fuel systems are always in top working order.
Here’s What We Do:
- Fuel System Inspections: Regular inspections to identify and rectify potential issues before they escalate.
- Component Removal & Re-Installations: Efficient handling of fuel system components to maintain optimal performance.
- Pressure Injections & Tests: Conducting positive/negative pressure tests to ensure system integrity.
- High-Pressure Water Sealant Removal: Specialized services for removing sealants without damaging the system.
- Base Maintenance & Structural Repairs: Comprehensive maintenance services, including Airbus ACT Repair Center capabilities.
- Auxiliary Fuel Systems & Leak Path Analysis: Expertise in auxiliary systems and advanced techniques for identifying and repairing leaks.
- Global Dispatch Teams: Rapid response teams ready to deploy anywhere in the world.
- Media / Bead Blast & Line Maintenance: Advanced cleaning techniques and on-the-line maintenance services.
- Fuel Quantity Indicating Systems: Ensuring accurate fuel measurement and reporting systems are functioning properly.
Maintenance & Reliability Programs
To ensure our clients receive the highest level of service, Tank Tigers has developed comprehensive maintenance and reliability programs. These programs are designed to track and analyze data on focused aircraft repair areas and fleet-specific trends. By compiling this data in a standardized format, we make it easy for clients to sort, export, and analyze the information they need to make informed decisions.
Our internally developed software package provides clients with real-time access to individual aircraft and fleet-trending information, helping them maintain operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
Other aircraft maintenance and reliability programs include:
- Maintenance Review Board Participation: Active involvement in reviewing and refining maintenance procedures.
- Continuous Improvement and Lean Process Participation: Commitment to ongoing process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Maintenance Program Revision Substantiation: Ensuring that all maintenance program revisions are fully supported and compliant with industry standards.
Flexible Fuel Cells
In addition to our core services, Tank Tigers also specializes in the repair of most makes and types of flexible fuel cells. Our teams are equipped to handle even the most complex repairs, ensuring that your aircraft remains airworthy and safe. If you’re in need of flexible fuel cell support, our team is ready to assist you.
Aircraft Maintenance Support Services
As a complement to our fuel system services, Tank Tigers offers supplemental aircraft maintenance support services that can be mobilized quickly to increase resources when needed. These services include:
- Opening, Cleaning, and Closing Panels: Ensuring that all panel work is done efficiently and correctly.
- Aircraft Washing & Detail Interior Cleaning: Keeping your aircraft clean, both inside and out.
- Interior Removals and Re-Installations: Expert handling of aircraft interiors, ensuring that all components are properly removed and re-installed.
Why Choose Tank Tigers?
With Tank Tigers, you’re not just getting a service provider; you’re gaining a partner dedicated to keeping your aircraft fuel systems in optimal condition. Our global reach, rapid response capabilities, and comprehensive service offerings make us the go-to choice for aviation fuel system services worldwide. We’re committed to speed, safety, and accessibility, ensuring that your aircraft is always ready to fly.