Official Authorized Distributor - Türkiye · Syria · Iraq · GCC

Nordic Dino

Aircraft Washing Solutions

40⁺

Years of Operations

5^x

Faster Ground Time

3^x

Fewer Man-Hours

~99^%

Less Water (Dry Wash)

Certified by

Boeing

Airbus

AeroSHARK

CERO DIGI

Authorized Distributor – Nordic Dino Robotics AB

Türkiye

Syria

Iraq

GCC

System Overview

Aircraft Washing Technology

Nordic Dino Robotics AB develops and manufactures robotic exterior aircraft washing systems certified for deployment on narrow, wide, and extra wide-body commercial and military aircraft. Systems are used by airlines, MROs, ground handlers, and military operators across five continents.

Type Certifications

Boeing

Airbus

AeroSHARK

Operational Heritage

40+

Years of civil & military aviation washing experience

User Segments

Airlines · MROs · Ground Handlers · Military Operators

Aircraft Compatibility

Narrow body (A220, B737, A320 family) through extra wide-body (A380, B747). Full coverage across all ICAO Type Certificate categories

Group Structure

Part of Avia Solutions Group, one of the world's largest aviation services conglomerates

Part of Avia Solutions Group

Backed by a Global Aviation Powerhouse

Nordic Dino is part of Avia Solutions Group one of the world’s largest aviation services conglomerates, covering logistics, MRO, training, ground handling, and aircraft exterior cleaning robotics across its member companies worldwide

Operational Problem Statement

Industry Challenges in Conventional Aircraft Cleaning

Traditional manual aircraft washing creates compounding inefficiencies across four critical operational dimensions, each directly impacting airworthiness, safety compliance, operational cost, and environmental reporting obligations

High Manpower Requirements

Manual aircraft washing requires 6–15 personnel per wash cycle depending on aircraft type. Labor allocation scales non-linearly with fuselage size, creating crew scheduling bottlenecks and increasing total maintenance cost per flight hour (MCPFH).

Elevated Occupational Safety Risk

Ground crews are exposed to falls from height (working on elevated platforms up to 12m), chemical dermal exposure from detergent agents, and musculoskeletal strain from manual scrubbing. Compliance with OSHA/EU-OSH regulations increases operational overhead.

Extended Ground Time & AOG Impact

Manual washing of a wide-body aircraft (A330/B777) requires 27–37 man-hours. Extended ground time reduces aircraft utilization rates and disrupts scheduled maintenance intervals, directly impacting revenue per available seat kilometer (RASK).

Excessive Water & Chemical Consumption

Conventional wet washing of a wide-body aircraft consumes 10–12 metric tons of water with significant chemical runoff. This creates challenges with aerodrome environmental management systems (EMS) and IATA IEnvA compliance reporting.

Technical Comparison

Robotic Aircraft Washing vs Manual Aircraft Washing

Systematic comparison across all key operational, safety, and environmental parameters between the Nordic Dino robotic aircraft washing system and conventional manual washing procedures.

Parameter	Robotic Aircraft Washing	Manual Aircraft Washing
Wash Cycle — Narrow Body (B737/A320)	1 hour · 3 man-hours	3.5 hours · 10.5 man-hours
Wash Cycle — Wide Body (A330/B777)	4–5 hours · 12–16 man-hours	12–27 hours · 36–80 man-hours
Wash Cycle — Extra Wide Body (A380)	7 hours · 21 man-hours	37 hours · 112 man-hours
Labor Requirement	Semi-autonomous, 1–2 operators	6 - 15 personnel per wash cycle
Water Consumption - Dry Wash (WB)	~100 liters	10,000 – 12,000 liters (Manual Wet)
Water Consumption - Dry Wash (NB)	~45 liters	8,000 – 10,000 liters (Manual Wet)
Surface Damage Risk	Sensor-controlled pressure; auto-shutdown on contact	Variable - dependent on crew skill and fatigue
Cleaning Consistency	Programmable brush path; repeatable precision	Inconsistent - operator-dependent quality
Occupational Safety	Ground-level operation; no aerial platform required	Platform work at up to 12m; chemical exposure
Power Source Options	Diesel (HVO-compatible) or fully electric	External water supply + pressure equipment
Environmental Compliance	Supports IATA IEnvA, ISO 14001 targets	High runoff volume; aerodrome EMS challenges
Aircraft Type Coverage	A220 to A380/B747 - all commercial types	Manual crews adaptable but increasing risk on large types

Quantified Performance Data

Time & Labor Efficiency by Aircraft Type

Verified operational data comparing robotic aircraft washing cycle times and man-hour requirements against conventional manual procedures across the full commercial aircraft fleet spectrum

Max Ground Time Reduction

A380: 7H Dino vs 37H Manual

3.5

Efficiency Gain - Narrow Body

B737 / A320 reference type

Fewer Man-Hours - Wide Body

B777 / A330 reference type

Full Wash - B737/A320

vs 3.5H with manual crew

Ground Time (Clock Hours)

Robotic Aircraft Washing vs Manual Wash

Aircraft Type	Robotic Wash	Manual Wash	Reduction
B737 / A320	1H	3.5H	72%
A330 / B777	4H	12H	67%
B747	5H	27H	81%
A380	7H	37H	81%

Man-Hours Required

Total crew hours per wash cycle

Aircraft Type	Robotic Wash	Manual Wash	Reduction
B737 / A320	3H	10.5H	71%
A330 / B777	12H	36H	67%
B747	16H	80H	80%
A380	21H	112H	81%

Safety Architecture

Multi-Layer Safety Systems for People & Aircraft

Every robotic aircraft washing robot is engineered with redundant safety systems designed to eliminate occupational hazard for ground crews while ensuring zero tolerance for surface damage across all certified aircraft types.

Safer Work Environment ForGround-Level Operation

Manual aircraft cleaning exposes ground crews to multiple simultaneous hazards: working at heights up to 12m on elevated platforms, direct dermal contact with alkaline detergent solutions, and repetitive musculoskeletal loading. The Nordic Dino robotic system eliminates all aerial working requirements. Operators control the full wash cycle from ground level, supporting compliance with EU-OSH Directive 2009/104/EC and equivalent national workplace safety regulations.

Surface Integrity Protection For Aircraft Skin Safety

The aircraft washing robot incorporates sensor-controlled pressure management ensuring continuous surface contact compliance throughout the wash cycle. Brush pressure is dynamically adjusted by the sensor arm system based on real-time surface curvature data. The system is compatible with standard aircraft surface coatings including AeroSHARK riblet film, paint, sealants, and polished aluminium eliminating the surface micro-abrasion risk associated with manual scrubbing.

Integrated Safety Components

Sensor Arms

Detect fuselage surface curvature in real time. Brush attack angle is automatically corrected to maintain optimal cleaning contact pressure across all surface geometries including wing roots, engine nacelles, and empennage surfaces.

Remote Control + SMS

Integrates the Stand-by Moving System (SMS) an independent emergency drive circuit allowing the robot to be safely stowed and repositioned in the event of main system failure without requiring aircraft AOG or platform deployment.

Sensor Bars - Auto-Shutdown

Safety sensor bars mounted across the robot's reach envelope. Any unintended contact with the fuselage surface triggers immediate, automatic system power-down and arm retraction preventing transfer of robot mass forces to the aircraft structure.

Soft Brush - Crushed Filaments

Brushes manufactured with crushed filament ends to eliminate sharp edge contact with aircraft skin. Two brush variants: blue (wet wash) and green (dry wash). Quick-release mounting enables on-apron changeover in under 10 minutes.

Operational Modes

Wet Wash & Dry Wash Configuration

Robotic aircraft washing solutions support both dry-wash and wet-wash operating modes, selectable via the onboard smart control system. Mode selection enables operators to meet varying aerodrome water-use regulations, environmental management requirements, and contamination-level classifications without changing equipment.

Dry Wash Mode

Green brush filaments · Low water consumption · Apron-safe operation

Water Consumption

~100L per wide-body wash cycle; ~45L per narrow-body, compatible with strict aerodrome water-use restriction zones

Operational Location

Usable at any apron position, hangar bay, or maintenance area no dedicated wash pad or drainage infrastructure required

Contamination Class

Effective for light-to-moderate contamination: atmospheric dust, urban particulates, light oil film, and jet exhaust deposits

Use Case

Regular scheduled maintenance washes; inter-check cleaning between C/D checks; appearance compliance between line operations

Environmental Compliance

Supports ISO 14001, IEnvA Stage 2, and IATA carbon reporting targets by eliminating chemical runoff and minimizing water use metrics

Wet Wash Mode

Blue brush filaments · 500L main tank + 90L spray · Full detergent cycle

Tank Capacity

500L main detergent tank (132 US gal) + 90L auxiliary spray tank (23.8 US gal) sufficient for full wide-body wet wash cycle

Operational Location

Designated wash bays with approved drainage; aerodrome-compliant washing areas with water treatment infrastructure

Contamination Class

Heavy contamination: hydraulic fluid, mud, salt deposits, bird/insect strike, fuel residue — post-long-haul or post-adverse-weather operations

Use Case

Pre-base maintenance inspection wash; post-ETOPS long-haul; mandatory compliance washes per aircraft maintenance program (AMP)

Mode Transition

Brush swap (green → blue) and control system reconfiguration completes in <10 minutes; no tooling required for changeover procedure

Water Consumption Comparison - Robotic vs Manual

Dry Wash - Wide-Body Aircraft

100 L

vs ~10,000 - 12,000L for manual wet wash

Dry Wash - Narrow-Body Aircraft

45 L

vs ~8,000 - 10,000L for manual wet wash

Wet Wash - Wide-Body Aircraft

500 L

vs ~10,000 - 12,000L for manual wet wash

Environmental Performance

Sustainability & Power Options

Robotic Nordic Dino aircraft washing systems are designed to support airport and airline sustainability programs through minimized water consumption, reduced chemical runoff, and flexible zero-emission power options, directly contributing to IATA Net Zero 2050 pathway commitments.

Electric Model Zero Local Emissions

EV Ready

Powered by a high-density lithium-ion battery pack optimized for high-torque, continuous-duty robotic operation. Designed for airports committed to GSE electrification programs and ICAO CORSIA obligations

Continuous Runtime

6 hours

Charge Time

90 min

Local Emissions

Zero

Diesel Model HVO Compatible

HVO Ready

Diesel-powered drivetrain for extended operational range and high-cycle-rate environments. Full compatibility with Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO/EN15940) paraffinic fuel enables up to 90% lifecycle CO₂ reduction vs conventional diesel without engine modification

Fuel Type

Diesel / HVO

Max Drive Speed

6 km/h

CO₂ Reduction (HVO)

Up to 90%

Product Specifications

Nordic Dino Model Range

Two model variants cover the complete commercial and military aircraft fleet — from narrow-body single-aisle jets to the world’s largest wide-body platforms. Both models are available in diesel and fully electric configurations

Wide-Body Configuration · Three-Arm System

Dino WB

Wash Height

11 m (36 ft)

Main Tank

500 L (132 gal)

Spray Tank

90 L (23.8 gal)

Length

8.45 m

Width

2.275 m

Weight Empty

4,800 kg

Weight Loaded

5,400 kg

Wheelbase

2.715 m

Drive Speed

6 km/h

Aircraft Compatibility

A220

A319/320/321

B737

A330

A340

A350

B767

B777

B787

A380

B747

Extra Wide-Body Configuration · Extended Arm System

Dino XWB

Wash Height

12 m (39.3 ft)

Main Tank

500 L (132 gal)

Spray Tank

90 L (23.8 gal)

Length

8.45 m

Width

2.275 m

Weight Empty

5,400 kg

Weight Loaded

6,000 kg

Wheelbase

2.715 m

Drive Speed

6 km/h

Aircraft Compatibility

A220

A319/320/321

B737

A330

A340

A350

B767

B777

B787

A380

B747

Wash Coverage Mapping

Aircraft Washing Coverage Zones

Nordic Dino robots are designed to wash the aircraft efficiently from nose to tail, top to bottom, providing complete, safe, and hassle-free exterior surface cleaning across all reachable zones per aircraft manufacturer accessibility guidelines

Unrestricted Wash Zone

Areas fully accessible by the Nordic Dino robot arm system during standard wash cycle operation. Includes fuselage upper and lower surfaces, wing surfaces, and empennage within the robot's articulated reach envelope

Conditional Wash Zone

Areas accessible when the robot is configured in the "stowed" arm position. Requires operator assessment of aircraft stand-off distance and robotic reach geometry per type-specific wash procedure documentation

Restricted / Obstruction Zone

Areas where automated washing is precluded due to structural obstructions, engine proximity, or aircraft manufacturer restrictions. Addressed through supplementary manual procedures as defined in the applicable AMP

Airlines References

Trusted by Leading Airlines

The most prestigious and top-ranked airline operators across GCC and European countries trust Nordic Dino aircraft wash solutions as a testament to our technology’s reliability, efficiency, and performance in demanding aviation environments.

Airlines References

Trusted by Leading Airlines

The most prestigious and top-ranked airline operators across GCC and European countries trust Nordic Dino aircraft wash solutions, a testament to our technology’s reliability, efficiency, and performance in demanding aviation environments. Operating large fleets of wide- and extra-wide-body aircraft under extreme conditions, these carriers require washing solutions that are not only operationally efficient but environmentally responsible. Nordic Dino’s proven performance in extreme environments and full compatibility with A380 and B747 fleets make it the preferred choice for the region’s leading airlines, where water-conservative, robotics-based aircraft washing has become both an operational necessity and an environmental imperative.

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