Engine Change Shelter

Rapid, Weather-Protected Workspace for On-Wing Maintenance

The Engine Change Shelter provides a controlled, enclosed environment for engine change, inspection, and maintenance operations performed outdoors. This inflatable “hangar-in-a-bag” enables airlines, MROs, and operators to carry out both scheduled and unscheduled work without relocating aircraft into a hangar. Available for narrow-body and wide-body platforms, it deploys within minutes, creating a safe, compliant workspace in any climate.

Keyfeatures

Rapid Deployment – Inflates within five minutes and repacks in about 20 minutes with a small team of four to six technicians.

Fly-Away Kit Design – Compact configuration fits in standard service or AOG kits for global transport and quick setup.

Durable Construction – Fire-retardant fabric resists hydraulic fluids, fuel, abrasion, and tearing under demanding ramp conditions.

All-Weather Capability – Rated for operation between –30 °C and +70 °C and withstands wind speeds up to 25 knots.

Flexible Availability – Offered for purchase, lease, or short-term rental to support base maintenance, line checks, and emergency events.

Highlights

The Engine Change Shelter family delivers rapid-deploy, all-weather protection for scheduled and unscheduled on-wing maintenance worldwide.

Application Cases

Scheduled Line Maintenance – On-wing inspections, engine change preparation, and module work under controlled environmental conditions.

AOG and Remote Operations – Rapid deployment for unplanned engine removal or reinstallation outside hangar space.

Configuration Options

Safety & Operation

Creates a closed, weather-resistant workspace ensuring technician safety and task continuity.

Integrated pressure control and emergency venting maintain stable inflation during long operations.

Anchoring and ballast systems secure the shelter against ramp winds up to 25 knots.

Complies with safety requirements for apron and maintenance stand operations.

Optional lighting and HVAC connections support extended or night-time maintenance tasks.

Mobility & Transport

Compact fly-away package allows shipment via cargo hold or service vehicle.

Quick setup and teardown achieved without special ground equipment by small teams.

Durability & Corrosion Protection

High-strength coated fabrics resist hydraulic fluids, de-icing agents, and UV exposure.

Reinforced seams and modular panels extend operational life through repeated cycles.

Deflatable design permits compact storage with minimal material wear.

Why RH Aero?

Operational Flexibility—Certified Protection

RH Aero Systems’ Engine Change Shelter combines proven field engineering with aerospace-grade materials and rapid-deploy reliability. Each system enables safe, weather-independent maintenance while reducing downtime and dependency on fixed hangar capacity.