At MRO 2026, the leading event for aviation maintenance professionals, Haulotte is introducing Obstacle Detection Assist (ODA), a new factory-installed option available on three aerial work platform models.
Aviation maintenance: an environment where every contact matters
ODA: an operator assistance system for the upper structure of the machine
Using several sensors positioned on the upper part of the machine, ODA provides operators with information about the proximity of obstacles. The system supports operators throughout maintenance operations, regardless of their working position around the asset, helping facilitate manoeuvres in situations where certain parts of the machine may be difficult to perceive from the platform controls.
A solution proven in real-world conditions
The project originated from discussions with key aviation stakeholders, including a major European rental company and a leading aircraft maintenance organization. ODA was then tested for several months in actual maintenance environments, with continuous feedback from operators. These field trials enabled Haulotte to fine-tune the system, particularly the stopping distances.
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