
APA-65 (EAR-600) Diesel Ground Power Unit
Purpose-built 28.5 VDC diesel GPU for isolated airfields and military operations where DC-only power supply is the requirement.
The APA-65 (EAR-600) is ElectroAir's dedicated 28.5 VDC diesel ground power unit — a stripped-back, mission-focused platform for operators whose aircraft fleet demands DC-only ground power and whose location precludes fixed infrastructure. Where combined AC/DC units add complexity that is unnecessary for pure DC servicing, the EAR-600 configuration delivers its 600 A rated output (2,000 A peak) through a purpose-optimised rectifier stage driven by a Stage V-compliant Deutz engine. The IP55 enclosure, wide operating temperature tolerance, and the Deutz engine's reputation for low-maintenance reliability make this the natural choice for remote and rugged airfield environments — forward operating locations, helicopter pads, mountain airstrips, and desert installations where fuel logistics are the primary constraint and simplicity of servicing is paramount. Optional AC output is available for hybrid operations where occasional utility power is needed alongside DC. The 10.1-inch touchscreen control panel includes remote monitoring capability, positioning the EAR-600 for integration into connected GSE fleet management architectures even in remote deployments. Within the APA-65 series, the EAR-600 diesel variant is the baseline workhorse, complemented by hybrid and full-electric variants for operators transitioning toward lower-emission operation on DC-served stands.
Technical specifications.
| DC Output | 28.5 VDC / 600 A rated |
| DC Peak Output | 2,000 A |
| Engine | Deutz (Stage V compliant) |
| Enclosure Protection | IP55 |
| Control Display | 10.1" touchscreen with remote monitoring |
| Optional AC Output | Available |
Use cases.
- ›Remote and rugged airfields with no fixed power infrastructure
- ›Military forward operating locations requiring towable DC-only ground support
- ›Helicopter pads and business jet terminals served by 28.5 VDC aircraft
- ›Regions with limited grid access where diesel autonomy is the primary requirement
- ›Baseline DC GPU role in a multi-unit fleet being progressively electrified