Rheinmetall manufactures Air Start Units for commercial and military purposes. The task is to start all main engines of today's and tomorrow’s generation of aircraft.
The MSU (Mobile Start Unit) features compact design and multi fuel capability. High reliability and no scheduled maintenance result in very low cost of ownership. The units are proven in all climatic conditions on five continents in more than 30 countries.
The MSU is powered by a simple cycle bleed type gas turbine of the latest state of the art design. The units deliver compressed air for starting the main engine and for the operation of any onboard Environmental Control System. |