The vertical stabilizer dock consists of two suspended symmetrical halves, one for each side of the tail.
This design offers the maximum range of possibilities regarding multi-aircraft capabilities and quick change between light and heavy maintenance.
One main feature of Tubesca Dock design is a lightweight rigid structure for the suspended pieces bringing benefits in terms reduced impact on ceiling structure on new hangar and on existing hangar.
Tubesca dock provide access for efficient work at all areas of the vertical fin from the base to the top.
Tubesca Dock integrated capabilities while dock in place:
- Elevator tests,
- Rudder tests and the remove the rudder,
The tail dock is designed to fit aircraft on wheels as well as on jacks thanks to a hydraulic elevation system combined to the use of sliding panels.
Access from the ground floor into the docks is provided by adjustable-in-height stairways located on each side. Docks are equipped with fixed stairway to go up and down to other working platforms.