L-Charge’s off-grid, mobile charging solution provides airports with a faster, cheaper, and more flexible way to power electric airside fleets without waiting for grid upgrades.
The State of Airport Electrification in the U.S.
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The U.S. plans to electrify 50% of all airport GSE by 2030, requiring thousands of new charging stations
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Major hubs like LAX and SFO have already begun electrifying fleets, but smaller airports struggle with high costs and outdated power grids
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Electric GSE adoption is growing at 18% annually, but charging infrastructure remains a bottleneck (BloombergNEF, 2024)
Challenges of Electrifying Airside Fleets
- High Power Demand – Charging multiple heavy-duty vehicles can require up to 1 MW of power per station, straining airport grids
- Limited Space & Infrastructure – Many U.S. airports were built decades ago and lack space for fixed charging stations
- Operational Disruptions – Slow charging can delay turnaround times; some electric GSE still require 4-8 hours for a full charge
- High Upfront Costs – Installing permanent charging infrastructure can cost $500K–$2M per station
How L-Charge Solves These Challenges
L-Charge’s mobile, off-grid power stations eliminate dependency on fixed grid infrastructure, providing a scalable, cost-efficient, and ultra-fast charging solution.
1. No Grid Upgrades Needed
2. Ultra-Fast Charging
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Level 3 ultra-fast charging, reducing downtime.
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Enables opportunity charging between shifts, keeping operations running smoothly.
3. Lower Infrastructure Costs
4. Zero Emissions & Future-Ready
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Uses low-carbon or carbon-negative fuels(flare gas), supporting FAA and EPA sustainability mandates.
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Hydrogen-ready and compatible with next-gen battery-electric GSE.
Real-World Applications
Baggage & Cargo Tugs – Fast-charge electric tugs without disrupting logistics.
Aircraft Pushback Tractors – High-power charging for heavy-duty EVs.
Passenger Shuttles – Keep electric buses running with minimal downtime.
Emergency Backup Power – Provides resilient power during outages.
With U.S. airports facing decarbonization targets, electrifying airside fleets can’t wait for slow grid upgrades. L-Charge’s off-grid, mobile charging stations offer a fast, cost-effective, and scalable solution, helping airports meet sustainability goals without operational disruptions.
Ready to future-proof your airside operations? Contact L-Charge today for a custom electrification plan.
