Aimed at increasing efficiency of FOD collection, the new FOD*BOSS Sweep Tracker App also supports the upgraded next generation Phase 3 FOD*BOSS sweeper, which was introduced earlier in 2014.
Operations personnel can now, for the first time, track their entire FOD sweeping programme by logging on to an online database which, using GPS technology, tracks and logs its user's sweeping operations. The App calculates the distance swept and areas covered by the FOD*BOSS sweeper; it then records this information, together with the weight of débris collected by the operator, enabling sweep comparisons. In addition, the user can watch a FOD sweep live via the App, thus enabling them to compare and monitor FOD Sweeps to ensure all areas of the airfield are covered.
"FOD doesn't just damage engines and injure personnel, it also damages tyres, both on aircraft and ground support vehicles" declares Aerosweep's Manager, Brook Tozer. "We wanted to develop a precision sweeper to prevent Foreign Object Damage to highly vulnerable jet engines, aircraft and vehicles. We anticipate that the supporting iPhone App will become an essential tool for an airport's FOD management system."
The United States Federal Aviation Administration Advisory Circular 2010 for Airports states that FOD Management, comprehensive data collection analysis and reporting is a critical component of FOD Management Programme.
"The newly-created FOD*BOSS Sweep Tracker App will also assist airports with key documentation and reporting tasks. We are continually looking at developing its capabilities and with the new iPhone App operations teams, can save time and eradicate as much FOD as possible from an airfield, so ensuring maximum safety."
