Aircraft Jacks: Lifting Aviation Maintenance to New Heights -


Welcome to the fifteenth installment of our Omega Aviation blog series, where we cover key pieces of airport ground support equipment. Today, we're focusing on aircraft jacks — critical tools that play a vital role in aircraft maintenance and servicing.


What Are Aircraft Jacks and Why Are They Important?

Aircraft jacks are specialized lifting devices used to raise aircraft off the ground for maintenance, inspections, and repairs. They are essential for tasks such as landing gear servicing, tire changes, brake inspections, and various undercarriage repairs. Different aircraft require different types and capacities of jacks based on the aircraft's size, weight, and structural design. Having the right jack is crucial to ensure both safety and efficiency during maintenance operations.

Omega Aviation offers a wide selection of new and refurbished aircraft jacks to meet the needs of various aircraft types, from general aviation corporate jets to larger regional aircraft.


How Aircraft Jacks Work

Aircraft jacks primarily use hydraulics to lift large amounts of weight with minimal effort. Hydraulic systems allow for precise control and strong lifting capacity, which is essential when dealing with the significant weight of aircraft. Some aircraft jacks are equipped with pneumatic pumps that can be connected to shop air systems. These air-assisted jacks allow for faster and more efficient lifting, saving valuable time in the maintenance process — a crucial factor in the fast-paced world of aviation.


Types of Aircraft Jacks

At Omega Aviation, we offer several types of aircraft jacks, each designed for specific applications:


  • Tripod Jacks: These are the most common type used for lifting the entire aircraft, typically during gear maintenance or when major components need servicing. Tripod jacks provide stability and are available in various weight capacities. The tripod jacks come in single stage or two-stage configurations (These feature a secondary lifting stage that allows for greater height without sacrificing stability. Perfect for aircraft requiring higher lift points.)

- Single-Stage examples include:

  • Tronair 02-1248C0112 (12 Ton Tripod Jack)
  • Tronair 02-0544-0100 (5 Ton Tripod Jack)

- Two-Stage examples include:

  • Tronair 02-7837-0110 (5 Ton Two-Stage Jack)
  • Tronair 02-0527-0132 (5 Ton Two-Stage Jack)


  • Axle Jacks: Designed to lift just one landing gear or axle at a time, axle jacks are perfect for tasks like tire and brake replacements. They are often smaller, portable, and quicker to set up.


Each type of jack is designed with aviation’s strict safety and efficiency standards in mind.


Why Time Efficiency Matters

In aviation, every minute counts. Aircraft that are grounded for maintenance can disrupt tight schedules and cost operators valuable revenue. High-quality aircraft jacks help ensure that servicing and repairs are completed quickly, safely, and efficiently, allowing aircraft to return to service without unnecessary delays.

Pneumatic-assisted jacks, higher lifting capacities, and two-stage designs all contribute to making maintenance tasks faster and more reliable — which is exactly why selecting the right jack is so important.


Why Choose Omega Aviation?

Omega Aviation is proud to be a trusted supplier of new, refurbished, and used aircraft ground support equipment, including aircraft jacks.

We stock a wide range of aircraft jacks suitable for servicing general aviation aircraft, regional jets, and beyond. Omega Aviation has the solution you need — and at a competitive value.

Our inventory features trusted brands like Tronair, known for their durability, safety, and performance in demanding aviation environments.


Get the Right Aircraft Jack for the Job

If you're looking for aircraft jacks that deliver reliability, performance, and value, contact Omega Aviation today. Our experienced team is ready to help you find the right equipment to keep your maintenance operations running smoothly and efficiently.


Visit OmegaAviation.com to view our available inventory or reach out directly for more information!