ElectroAir at Kastelli Airport: Building the Ground Power Backbone of Greece’s New Aviation Hub

Turnkey PIT systems, fixed and bridge-mounted GPUs for Kastelli International Airport, Crete

Kastelli International Airport on the island of Crete is one of the largest aviation infrastructure projects currently underway in the Mediterranean. Designed to replace Heraklion Airport and serve up to 11 million passengers per year, the new airport is being developed as a future-proof hub with a strong focus on operational efficiency, sustainability, and long-term scalability.

ElectroAir joined the project at an early stage as a supplier of underground PIT systems for the new apron. These systems form the hidden backbone of the airport’s ground power infrastructure, delivering 400 Hz power and utilities through flush-mounted access points positioned exactly where aircraft need them. As construction progressed, ElectroAir’s role expanded from component supplier to full-scope ground power partner.

Today, ElectroAir is delivering a complete, integrated ground power architecture for Kastelli Airport, combining underground PIT systems, fixed 90 kVA ground power units, and bridge-mounted GPUs into one unified electrical ecosystem. This turnkey approach simplifies apron operations, reduces reliance on mobile equipment, and supports APU-off procedures from the first day of operation.

The entire system is engineered as a mission-critical infrastructure rather than isolated equipment. All subsystems are designed for seamless integration with the airport’s electrical network, safety systems, and operational procedures, while supporting digital data exchange for monitoring, metering, and predictive maintenance. The result is a clean, efficient apron layout and a scalable electrical backbone ready to support traffic growth for decades to come.

ElectroAir hatch PIT system on the airport apron providing underground power and service connections for aircraft.

ElectroAir’s hatch PIT system installed on the airport apron, enabling underground delivery of 400 Hz power and service utilities for parked aircraft. The robust stainless-steel construction ensures safety, easy access, and a clutter-free apron environment, supporting faster and more efficient turnaround operations.

ElectroAir PIT system installed in a hangar floor delivering 400 Hz power to an aircraft during maintenance.

ElectroAir’s recessed PIT system integrated into hangar flooring, enabling clean, cable-free delivery of 400 Hz power for aircraft maintenance while improving safety, workflow efficiency, and operational ergonomics.