The Elephant® BETA-15 Aircraft Deicer

The Elephant® BETA-15 extends the proven performance of the Elephant® BETA to larger aircraft requiring additional working height and reach. Combining exceptional stability, one-man operation and efficient fluid application, it enables operators to deice more aircraft with fewer vehicle movements while maintaining the highest standards of safety and productivity.

Like the standard Elephant® BETA, the BETA-15 is a truly mobile deicer requiring no external stabilisers in any operating position. Its extended telescopic boom provides outstanding reach while maintaining the stability, reliability and operational efficiency for which the Elephant® BETA is recognised worldwide.

The additional reach allows operators to access larger aircraft more efficiently, reducing repositioning around the aircraft and shortening application times. Fewer vehicle movements not only improve productivity but can also contribute to lower glycol consumption, helping airports and ground handlers reduce overall operating costs.

The specially designed boom system elevates the operator’s eye level to more than 15.5 metres (50 ft 10 in) above ground while positioning the spray nozzle at heights exceeding 25 metres (82 ft). Throughout the entire operating range, the operator’s cabin remains in front of the chassis, providing excellent visibility and precise control during deicing.

Smooth, proportional boom movements, an exceptional working radius and outstanding horizontal reach allow operators to service large aircraft efficiently while minimising vehicle repositioning. These characteristics also make the Elephant® BETA-15 particularly well suited for remote deicing operations where aircraft engines remain running, combining productivity with the high level of safety and control expected from the Elephant® BETA platform.