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About

Hyvee Equipment is the industry leader in design, production and support of military and commercial rotorcraft recovery equipment.  Hyvee’s patented HATT systems are changing the face of Army Aviation as the individual combat units are enabled to move aircraft both in Garrison for day-to-day operations and during combat operations in unimproved territories.   HATTs remove the need for AVIM support or commercial transportation or a lifting device beyond the trailers own lifting system.  HATTs are currently operating in the U.S. Army, Navy, and Air Force as well as commercially.  HATTs are a force multiplier dramatically reducing equipment and manpower requirements for our DART (Downed Aircraft Recovery) Teams.

The HyVee Aircraft Transport/Recovery Trailer (HATT) is a next-generation solution engineered to safely load, transport, and recover aircraft directly from ground level—eliminating the need for cranes or aerial lifting.  All systems are designed for flightlines, OTR (over the road) or off-road recoveries with design features that enable aircraft to be recovered in minutes on improved or unimproved surfaces.  

Designed for military and commercial aviation operations, the HATT system uses self-powered hydraulic lifting and rotation, allowing for full aircraft handling with precision, speed, and reduced risk.

 

Supported Aircraft – Bell, Boeing, Airbus, Leonardo for any model requested to date.

  • Designs are specific to your aircraft model.   Just ask.

  • Custom designs and combination systems available for aircraft models 

  • Designs vary with landing gear: whether wheeled or skidded aircraft. 

 

​Standard Models in use Include:

  • Sikorsky Black Hawk lines

  • Boeing Apache

  • Bell 206, 206L, 407, 505, OH58, UH1, UH1N, +

  • Leonardo TH-73, AW 119, 139, +

  • Airbus UH-72A, EC135, EC145, +

  • MD 530F

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Custom Configurations Available:

  • Multi-aircraft capability

  • UAV transport systems

  • Skidded and wheeled aircraft

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Key Features 

​Ground-Level Recovery – No crane or aerial lifting required – Recovers on or off-road

  • 360° Hydraulic Rotation – Precise aircraft alignment

  • Air Ride Suspension – Protects sensitive avionics during transport

  • Variable Speed Hydraulic System – Controlled, gentle loading

  • Adjustable Ride Height – Adaptable to multiple aircraft configurations

  • Onboard Power System – Diesel engine, compressor, and toolboxes included

  • Integrated Winch System – Emergency recovery capability

 

Operational Benefits of Ground Recovery

Improved Mission Readiness-Quick recovery means faster turnaround and redeployment.

 

​Loading and unloading aircraft directly from the ground:

  • Reduces Recovery time

  • Reduces Equipment requirements-one vehicle, one trailer, one helicopter

  • Reduces Manpower requirements-two men and no UMark kits or sling loading

  • Reduces Airframe stress

  • Reduces Risk to aircraft

  • Reduces Risk to personnel

  • Again, dramatically reduces recovery times

 

Reduced Manpower Requirements

Only one trailer and one vehicle required—no additional support equipment.

  

Technical Capabilities

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  • Hydraulic lift, lower, and rotation system

  • Custom loading carriage and tow bar assembly

  • Work lights for night operations

  • Auxiliary air compressor system

  • Adjustable transport configurations

  • Automatic load shutoff assembly

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Logistics & Support​

HyVee provides full lifecycle support, including:

  • Operator training

  • Maintenance & repair services

  • Replacement parts (rapid availability)

  • Technical documentation

  • System reset & refurbishment

 

Safety First

Radically reduces requirements for manpower, time, and equipment needed to recover both operable and inoperable aircraft.

  • Proven reduction in airframe damage

  • Eliminates crane-lift risks

  • Enables safe highway and off-road transport

 

Industries Served

  • Military Aviation

  • Defense Contractors

  • Government Agencies

  • Aviation Maintenance & Recovery Teams

  • Commercial Air Ambulance Companies

 

Testimonials / Trusted By

 Used by aviation professionals and military operations including:

  • Army Aviation Units

  • Fleet Support Operations

  • Defense Contractors

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