HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. – The 49th Maintenance Group is advancing its mission readiness through a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research contract collaboration with Evitado Technologies and its anticollision solution and TowFLEXX Miltech, a leading manufacturer of electric, remote-controlled towing vehicles without towbars, with a longstanding history of supporting the military.
This partnership is ushering in a new era of towing with the fully electric, emissions-free aircraft tug. The recent demonstration highlighted its capabilities, including towing the MQ-9 Reaper, performing forward towing instead of push backs to reduce stress on landing gear and eliminate the need for a tail walker, those who need to stand behind the aircraft to ensure nothing strikes the rear.
Additionally, they tested the light and detection range collision avoidance system to allow the tug vehicle to safely maneuver and reposition aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles without colliding with objects, personnel, or other obstacles. These advancements in safety and efficiency contribute not only to Holloman’s day-to-day operations but also to the broader strategic goals of the United States Air Force, ensuring safer, faster, and more sustainable operations.