How can I get a quotation or does Neometrix export the AABS internationally?

Yes, Neometrix Engineering Pvt Ltd exports the Aircraft Arrester Barrier System to defence and aerospace customers internationally. You can request a quotation through https://neometrixgroup.com/products/aircraft-arrester-barrier-system-v1 or by contacting Neometrix directly by email or phone.

Net & Pendant Arresting Systems / Indian Air Force · Navy · Coast Guard Airfields / MIL‑STD‑3000 · ICAO Annex 14 / Noida · India

AABS · 6–40 TON AIRCRAFT

Aircraft Arrester Barrier System, engineered to a 10-minute reset.

The Aircraft Arrester Barrier System (AABS) rapidly decelerates and halts military aircraft during aborted take-offs or landing overshoots. Net-type (MENA) for 6–20 ton aircraft and pendant-type for 20–40 ton aircraft, with nitrogen-damped stanchions, redundant 440 VAC/48 V DC power, and MIL-STD-3000 / ICAO Annex 14 compliance.

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Aircraft arrester barrier system deployed configuration - runway emergency barrier net and energy absorber for airforce aircraft stopping by Neometrix

Fig · 01 Photograph · barrier-net rig and arrester stanchions at an operational airfield, blast shelters in background

Qualification testing supported to:

DEF STAN STANAG MIL-SPEC

Weight Class

6–40TON

Reset Time

≤10MIN

E-Stop Response

<0.5SEC

Main Supply

440VAC 3-PH

Operating Range

-20/60°C

Overview

Runway overruns are a last-line problem.

When an aircraft aborts take-off or overshoots on landing, there is no second system standing between it and whatever lies past the runway end. The Aircraft Arrester Barrier System is that last line — a mission-critical safety installation that absorbs the aircraft's kinetic energy and brings it to a controlled stop.

Aircraft arrester barrier system barrier net and support stanchion assembly - emergency aircraft overrun protection system by Neometrix

Fig · 02 Photograph · deployed net-type (MENA) barrier engaged across the runway width

The AABS by Neometrix is deployed at runway ends to protect aircrew and ground infrastructure, and is engineered as two purpose-built arrestment methods. Net-Type (Multi-Element Net Assembly, MENA) uses a high-strength synthetic net that envelops the aircraft's fuselage, distributing deceleration forces across its structure — sized for the 6–20 ton aircraft class. Pendant-Type uses a robust metallic wire-rope pendant that engages the aircraft's tail-hook for controlled deceleration — sized for the 20–40 ton class.

Each variant combines nitrogen-damped stanchions, precision purchase-tape energy absorbers, and guided sheave assemblies with rapid electric tape retrieval. Control is available in local, remote (ATC), or manual modes, backed by redundant 440 VAC and 48 V DC power with a manual crank fallback.

A ≤10-minute reset, minimal operator intervention, and MIL-STD-3000 / ICAO Annex 14 compliance — built for runway safety under real operational tempo.

The AABS has been deployed at Indian Air Force, Navy, and Coast Guard airfields for emergency arrest of both runway-overrun aircraft and aircraft experiencing brake-system failure, and is qualified across −20 °C to +60 °C for global airfield basing.

Arresting Methods

Two arrestment modes, one system family.

Net and pendant arrestment cover the full 6–40 ton spectrum between them, from trainer and light-attack aircraft through frontline fighters and combat jets.

TYPE · 01

Net-Type — Multi-Element Net Assembly (MENA)

A high-strength synthetic net envelops the aircraft's fuselage on engagement, distributing deceleration forces across the airframe rather than concentrating them at a single point.

6–20 Ton Aircraft Class

TYPE · 02

Pendant-Type Arresting Gear

A robust metallic wire-rope pendant engages the aircraft's tail-hook, running out through the purchase-tape energy absorber for a controlled, progressive deceleration.

20–40 Ton Aircraft Class

System Components

Six subsystems, one control loop.

Every stanchion, absorber, and panel on the AABS is engineered as part of a single, jointly commissioned arresting system — not a bundle of standalone parts.

Sub · 01

Stanchion & Deployment Frame

Raises and lowers the net via geared-brake motor drives; a rear limit switch cuts power at end-of-travel. Nitrogen-filled shock absorber plus leaf-spring/rubber pads give a smooth, vibration-free descent.

Sub · 02

Energy Absorber Module

Heat-treated purchase tape wound on a precision-machined drum; controlled friction and hydraulic damping dissipate the aircraft's kinetic energy through the arrest.

Sub · 03

Sheave & Guide Assembly

Pulleys guide the purchase tape to reduce wear at direction changes; sealed, high-load sheave bearings ensure long service life between overhauls.

Sub · 04

Tape Retrieval System

Electric motor rewind returns the tape after every arrest, with push-button reset from the MCP or RCP and diagnostic status LEDs on the Mimic Panel.

Sub · 05

Control & Mimic Panels

A1889 ATC Panel with relays and control circuitry; Multi-Purpose Panel housing SMPS and MCBs; Mimic Panel with real-time status LEDs for tower operators.

Sub · 06

Power & Redundancy

440 VAC, 50 Hz, 3-phase main supply with 48 V DC logic backup and a manual crank fallback keep the system arrest-ready through any grid power failure.

Key Features

Built for sortie tempo.

Rapid reset and multi-mode control keep the AABS ready for the next arrest, not just the last one.

Dual arrestment modes: net-type AABS arrests 6–20 t aircraft; pendant variant handles 20–40 t aircraft at full operational runway speeds.
Progressive deceleration: nitrogen shock absorbers progressively dissipate kinetic energy to keep aircraft deceleration within safe g-limits.
Redundant power: 440 VAC 50 Hz 3-phase supply with 48 V DC backup keeps the arresting system ready through any grid power failure.
Rapid reset: system re-arms in ≤10 minutes per arrest, supporting high-sortie-rate operations at military airfields worldwide.

Tower visibility: the A1889 ATC panel gives tower operators real-time AABS status, engage/disengage command, and automated event logging.
Standards compliance: designed to MIL-STD-3000 and ICAO Annex 14; qualified across −20 °C to +60 °C for global airfield deployment.
Field-serviceable: modular net and energy-absorber cartridges enable field replacement without heavy lifting or specialist tooling.
Combat-proven deployment: in service at IAF, Navy, and Coast Guard airfields for emergency arrest of overrun and brake-system-failure aircraft.

Gallery

The barrier, in service.

Photographs of the deployed net-type barrier and its control/absorber cabinet at an operational airfield.

Aircraft arrester barrier system barrier net close-up - emergency aircraft overrun protection system by Neometrix

Aircraft arrester barrier system hydraulic unit and control panel - automated runway barrier deployment and reset system by Neometrix

Fig · 03–04 Photographs · deployed barrier net (left) and stanchion / control-panel enclosure with net rig (right)

Downloads

Catalog & panel schematics.

Product catalog plus A1889 control-panel wiring drawings, available as PDF for procurement and technical review.

Catalog

Aircraft Arrester Barrier System — Product Catalog

PDF

Drawing · Design 1

A1889 ATC Panel — Wiring Schematic

PDF

Drawing · Design 2

A1889 Multi-Purpose Panel — Wiring Schematic

PDF

Specifications

Full technical parameters.

Key system parameters for the standard Aircraft Arrester Barrier System configuration. Foundation and site works are engineered per survey.

Arresting Method	Net-type (Multi-Element Net Assembly, MENA) or Pendant-type
Aircraft Weight Classes	6–20 ton (net-type) · 20–40 ton (pendant-type)
Control Modes	Local (MCP) · Remote (ATC/RCP) · Manual override
Power Supply	440 VAC, 50 Hz, 3-phase main supply; 48 V DC logic backup; manual crank fallback
Shock Absorber	Nitrogen-filled; tuned progressive damping
Purchase Tape	Heat-treated steel tape; precision-machined drum
Retrieval Drive	Electric motor; push-button reset on MCP/RCP
Sheave Bearings	Sealed, high-load capacity
Operating Temperature	−20 °C to +60 °C (thermostat-controlled heater)
Re-arm / Reset Time	≤10 minutes per arrest
Control Panels	A1889 ATC Panel · Multi-Purpose Panel · Mimic Panel
Emergency-Stop Response	<0.5 s from activation
Foundation Footprint	Custom reinforced-concrete pad, engineered per site survey
Reference Standards	MIL-STD-3000 series · ICAO Annex 14

Applications

Where it stands ready.

Deployed wherever a runway end needs a last line of defence against overrun or brake-system failure.

A · 01Frontline combat air bases — emergency arrestment of fighters and combat jets during aborted landings

A · 02Training airfields — safe recovery for trainer/light-attack aircraft across varied weight profiles

A · 03Runway maintenance & resurfacing — portable deployment for temporary runway ends during construction or repair

A · 04Carrier deck simulation — shore-based trials of carrier-style arresting using mobile cradle setups

A · 05Aborted take-off recovery — arrests the aircraft before it reaches the runway end

A · 06Brake-system-failure arrest — deployed at IAF, Navy, and Coast Guard airfields for aircraft that cannot stop on wheel brakes alone

A · 07High-sortie-rate operations — the ≤10-minute reset keeps the runway end available for continuous flying

A · 08Global airfield deployment — qualified −20 °C to +60 °C basing worldwide

In Depth

The complete technical read.

Engineering narrative for airfield planners, procurement teams, and safety officers evaluating the AABS before commissioning.

1. Introduction

The Aircraft Arrester Barrier System (AABS) is a mission-critical safety installation designed to rapidly decelerate and halt high-speed military aircraft in emergency overshoot or aborted take-off scenarios. Deployed at runway ends, it protects aircrew and ground infrastructure by absorbing the aircraft's kinetic energy. Two principal arrestment methods are offered:

Net-Type (Multi-Element Net Assembly, MENA): a high-strength synthetic net envelops the aircraft's fuselage, distributing deceleration forces across its structure.
Pendant-Type: a robust metallic wire-rope pendant engages the aircraft's tail-hook for controlled deceleration.

Each variant is engineered for two weight classes: 6–20 ton and 20–40 ton aircraft.

2. Applications

Frontline combat air bases: emergency arrestment of fighters and combat jets during aborted landings.
Training airfields: safe recovery for trainer/light-attack aircraft across varied weight profiles.
Runway maintenance/resurfacing: portable deployment for temporary runway ends during construction or repair.
Carrier deck simulation: shore-based trials of carrier-style arresting using mobile cradle setups.

3. Key features

Dual arrestment modes: net-type and pendant-type systems for 6–20 t and 20–40 t classes.
Multi-mode control: local (MCP), remote (ATC/RCP), and manual-override operation.
Rapid reset: full system re-arm in ≤10 minutes.
Minimal intervention: pre-set deceleration parameters and automatic emergency-stop thresholds.
Redundant power: 440 VAC three-phase main supply with 48 V DC backup and manual crank fallback.
Smooth deployment: nitrogen-filled shock absorbers plus leaf-spring and rubber pads for vibration-free lowering.
Durable construction: hardened purchase tapes, sealed sheave bearings, weather-protected enclosures.
Standards compliance: designed per MIL-STD-3000 series and ICAO Annex 14 guidelines.

4. System components

Stanchion & Deployment Frame: raises/lowers the net via geared-brake motor drives; rear limit switch cuts power at end-of-travel; nitrogen-filled shock absorber with leaf-spring/rubber pads for smooth descent.
Energy Absorber Module: purchase tape wound on a drum; controlled friction and hydraulic damping dissipate kinetic energy.
Sheave & Guide Assembly: pulleys guide the tape to reduce wear; sealed bearings ensure long service life.
Tape Retrieval System: electric rewind of tape; status LEDs and diagnostics on the Mimic Panel.
Control & Mimic Panels: ATC Panel (A1889) with relays and control circuitry; Multi-Purpose Panel housing SMPS and MCBs; Mimic Panel with real-time LEDs.

5. Installation & maintenance scope

Site preparation & civil works: dismantling of any old AABS; excavation; foundation demolition; pouring reinforced concrete for stanchions, absorbers, and anchor blocks.
Equipment fit-out: erecting stanchions, absorber units, sheave posts; trenching and laying power/control cabling.
Commissioning: functional testing in Auto, Manual, and Remote modes; emergency-stop validation; retrieval-cycle testing.
Periodic maintenance: bi-annual lubrication of sheaves; annual nitrogen top-up for shock absorbers; triennial full-load dynamic testing.

Technical specifications at a glance

Arresting Method	Net-type (MENA) or Pendant-type
Aircraft Weight Classes	6–20 ton / 20–40 ton
Power Supply	440 VAC, 50 Hz, 3-phase; 48 V DC logic
Re-arm Time	≤10 minutes
Operating Temperature	−20 °C to +60 °C
Standards	MIL-STD-3000 series · ICAO Annex 14

Conclusion

Neometrix's Aircraft Arrester Barrier System delivers a robust, low-maintenance solution for emergency aircraft arrestment. By combining proven mechanical arrestment technology with advanced electrical controls and rapid reset capability, the AABS ensures runway safety and mission readiness even under the most demanding military operations.

FAQ

Common questions.

Plain-language answers from the engineering team.

Q · 01 What is the Aircraft Arrester Barrier System?

The AABS is a runway safety installation that rapidly decelerates and stops military aircraft during aborted take-offs or landing overshoots. It is designed and manufactured by Neometrix Engineering Pvt Ltd, India, and is deployed at frontline and training airfields to protect aircrew and ground infrastructure.

Q · 02 What's the difference between net-type and pendant-type arrestment?

The net-type system (Multi-Element Net Assembly, MENA) is a high-strength synthetic net that envelops the aircraft fuselage and is rated for 6–20 ton aircraft. The pendant-type system uses a robust wire-rope pendant engaged by the aircraft's tail-hook and is rated for 20–40 ton aircraft.

Q · 03 What aircraft weight range does the AABS cover?

Combined, the net-type and pendant-type variants cover aircraft from 6 to 40 tons, spanning trainer/light-attack aircraft through frontline fighters and combat jets.

Q · 04 How fast can the AABS be reset after an arrest?

The system re-arms in 10 minutes or less per arrest, using electric tape retrieval and minimal operator intervention — which keeps the runway end available for high-sortie-rate flying operations.

Q · 05 What standards does the AABS comply with?

The AABS is designed per the MIL-STD-3000 series and ICAO Annex 14 guidelines for runway safety equipment, in addition to Neometrix's internal engineering and quality standards.

Q · 06 What power supply does the system require?

The AABS runs on a 440 VAC, 50 Hz, 3-phase main supply with 48 V DC logic backup, plus a manual crank fallback, so the barrier stays operable through a grid power failure.

Q · 07 How is the AABS operated — locally, remotely, or manually?

The system supports three control modes: local operation from the Master Control Panel (MCP), remote operation from air traffic control via the A1889 ATC Panel (RCP), and manual override for contingency situations.

Q · 08 What does installation of the AABS involve?

Installation covers site preparation and civil works (excavation and reinforced-concrete foundations for stanchions, absorbers, and anchor blocks), equipment fit-out, cable trenching, and full commissioning with functional testing in Auto, Manual, and Remote modes.

Q · 09 What maintenance does the Aircraft Arrester Barrier System require?

Neometrix recommends bi-annual lubrication of sheaves, annual nitrogen top-up for the shock absorbers, and triennial full-load dynamic testing to keep the system mission-ready.

Q · 10 Can the AABS be customized for a specific airfield?

Yes. Foundation footprint, control-panel configuration, and net/pendant selection are engineered per site survey and aircraft type, and Neometrix offers customized versions tailored to specific client and airfield requirements.

Q · 11 Who manufactures the AABS and where is it deployed?

The AABS is designed and manufactured by Neometrix Engineering Pvt Ltd, India, and has been deployed at Indian Air Force, Navy, and Coast Guard airfields for emergency arrest of overrun and brake-system-failure aircraft.

Q · 12 How can I get a quotation, and does Neometrix export the AABS internationally?

Yes, Neometrix Engineering Pvt Ltd exports the Aircraft Arrester Barrier System to defence and aerospace customers internationally. You can request a quotation via the contact form on this page or by reaching out to Neometrix directly by email or phone.

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Aircraft Arrester Barrier System, engineered to a 10-minute reset.

Runway overruns are a last-line problem.