Jet Bridges / Passenger Boarding Bridges

Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBBs) are the telescopic, apron-drive or fixed bridges that connect terminal gates to the aircraft L1/L2 door. A typical wide-body gate needs 1-2 PBBs (A380 upper deck adds a third) plus a Visual Docking Guidance System, 400 Hz ground power, PCA feed and potable water. Suppliers deliver the bridge, rotunda, cab, VDGS and the integrated utility systems, plus 20-year maintenance and refurb programmes. Airports replace or refurbish PBBs on 15-20 year cycles.