
Mobile Aero-Engine Testing Facilities
IAC Global Aviation designs and manufactures mobile engine test facilities that meet the tough deployment requirements of military forces.
IAC Global Aviation offers two types of mobile aero-engine testing facility: These are:
The testing capability of our facilities can be from second-line run-up to full performance overhaul.
The main features and benefits of an IAC Global Aviation mobile aero-engine testing facility includes:
- Fully transportable making it possible to have a test site remote from engine / aircraft workshops
- Robust trailer construction that can be coupled to most transport vehicles via a standard draw bar and towing eye
- Adaptable for various types of engine
- Fully self-sufficient and stand-alone
- Acoustic control room that protects and provides operators with a safe, quiet working environment
- Automatic Data Acquisition System that provides a real-time, full-colour data processing and display of over 200 engine parameters simultaneousl
- Control console that is user-configurable
- Fuel system
- Autonomous power generation
- Local power feed option
The base control module of all lAC Global Aviation mobile aero-engine test facilities is a trailer-based system. This can accommodate a variety of test stands for full performance testing of various engine types.
Contact Nick Smith to find out more about mobile aero-engine test facilities from IAC Global Aviation.
Mobile Engine Test Facility (METS)
The Lockheed C-130 Hercules is one of the most versatile and popular military aircraft in use throughout the world. IAC Global Aviation designs and manufactures Mobile Aero-Engine Test Facilities that provides a unique and practical solution to improve the operational effectiveness of C-130 aircraft engines.
The main components of the METS facility are:
- Hydraulic Engine Positioning System that offers a simple delivery method of the engine QEC module to the METS directly from the transport trolley at ground level
- 4,000 litre fuel module that connects to the METS via a single flexible fuel hose and power cable
- Control Room / Operator Cabin that provides operators with a safe, quiet air conditioned environment
- Aquarius Data Acquisition System that provides a real-time, full-colour data processing and display of over 200 engine parameters simultaneously
The METS has two transportation modules: the Control Cabin and the Engine Test Facility. Its compact overall design makes for easy transportation, fitting comfortably onto a standard trailer or as a container style load. Weighing around 10 tons it also fits easily within the cargo bay of a C-130 aircraft.
See our product data sheet to find out more about the T56 Mobile Test Facility from IAC Global Aviation or contact Nick Smith for a free no obligation quote.
Mobile Test Facility (MTF)
IAC Global Aviation specialises in jet engine testing solutions. IAC Global Aviation offers a unique Mobile Aero-Engine Test Facility that supports the second line maintenance of helicopter engines in deep field servicing.
This cost effective and versatile facility has the following benefits:
- Low capital outlay and maintenance costs
- Compact, lightweight and fully mobile
- Simple design and construction
- Safe acoustic environment for operators
- Large viewing window
- Ease of engine mark conversion
- Easy to operate
- Configurable for a range of engine types
- Uniquely certified by Rolls-Royce plc
See our product data sheet to find out more about Mobile Test Facilities from IAC Global Aviation or contact Nick Smith for a free no obligation quote.

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