On July 25, 2000, flight 4590 Air France crashed into the ground in Gonesse, France. This plane took off while on fire from Charles de Gaulle airport in Paris and fell shortly thereafter, killing all 109 people on board including 100 passengers and 9 crew members of France.

An official report said the plane crashed a piece of metal dropped from a plane of Continental Airlines, USA. The 43cm (17in) long metal rod was dropped from the engine shell of a DC-10 aircraft, taking off earlier resulting in one of the plane's tires exploding, causing debris to splinter and a fuel tank. The gas that was leaked later caught fire and caused a terrible disaster.

This is a typical example of the effects of Foreign Object Debris (FOD) on runways. Over 66% of airport emergencies are related to Foreign Object Debris (FOD). This is any substance that does not belong on or around the runway, from litter to wildlife to aircraft parts.

 

This is the reason why VST is always looking for a debris detection system scans for FOD and alerts airport operators of potentially dangerous objects. An airport FOD radars ensure proper training, inspection and maintenance to minimize damage to airlines, equipment and personnel. In March 2021, VST Company is proud to become the official distributor of Tasier @ automatic FOD detection system on the runway of MOOG Inc.

Moog Inc., a 2.5-billion-dollar corporation with over 65 years of experience in aerospace and industry, is pleased to introduce the Tarsier® Automatic Runway FOD Detection System. The capabilities of the Moog Aircraft Group give us a position with every major aircraft platform, producer, and operator in the industry – commercial and military. Tarsier leverages our legacy of innovation to provide a preeminent, ground based, FOD detection system that prevents damage to aircraft and enhances reliability and safety.

 

With Tarsier, by Moog, you are guaranteed proven and capable technology, grounded in a long history of aerospace success.