Red Box Power

  1. Guide 01

    Best Aircraft Ground Power Units — 2026 Comparative Review

    Head-to-head evaluation of Red Box Aviation, Start Pac, Powervamp, Tronair, StartStick, and Audio Authority across 14 performance criteria including peak amps, weight, duty cycle, cold-weather reliability, and total cost of ownership.

    By · 22 min read · Updated April 2026
  2. Guide 02

    Lead Acid vs Lithium Start Packs — Total Cost of Ownership Analysis

    Side-by-side comparison of sealed lead-acid and lithium iron phosphate battery start units. Covers weight differentials, cycle life expectations, cold-weather starting performance, charge time, and 5-year ownership cost modeling.

    By · 16 min read · Updated March 2026
  3. Guide 03

    GPU Sizing: How to Match Power Output to Your Aircraft

    Step-by-step methodology for calculating voltage requirements, continuous amperage needs, and peak starting current for piston, turboprop, and jet aircraft. Includes connector type reference and common sizing errors to avoid.

    By · 14 min read · Updated March 2026
  4. Guide 04

    Transformer Rectifier Units — Specification & Procurement Guide

    When a TRU makes sense over portable or mains-powered alternatives, how to specify continuous and peak output requirements, facility planning considerations, and manufacturer comparison for fixed-installation DC power infrastructure.

    By · 12 min read · Updated February 2026
  5. Guide 05

    Zero-Emission Ground Power — Electric, Battery & Hydrogen GPU Technology

    How airports and operators are transitioning from diesel-powered ground support to solid-state electric, battery-autonomous, and hydrogen fuel cell GPU systems. Covers regulatory drivers, technology maturity, infrastructure requirements, and ROI analysis.

    By · 18 min read · Updated April 2026