• For traffic control towers working around the clock, even a brief interruption of power can result in the loss of communications, lights, instrumentation and put life safety at risk.

• Passengers need the use of computers and systems at kiosks for check-ins, ticket purchases or baggage drop-off

• TSA employees need to screen passengers prior to entering the secure gate areas and check-in passengers before boarding. 

• Restaurants need continuous power to power lights, provide food and process transactions.

• Today, most Air-Trams use electrical power to function, and these are essential in bringing travelers to their gates, baggage claim or parking garages.

• Elevators, baggage carousels, escalators, bathrooms, vending machines, and moving walkways all need constant electricity to function properly.

These are sone of the main reasons why backup power generators are critical at airports.

They need to be maintained on a regular basis and repaired promptly if needed.