A6-1. Anticipated uses and/or features of spreader: This broom will be used in conjunction with a carrier vehicle to remove snow from the airfield pavement. A6-2. Size of Priority 1 paved area: 323,260 square feet A6-3. Time required to sweep primary surface areas: 6 hours A6-4. Sweeper speed needed to meet clearance time: 10 mph A6-5. Type of sweeper desired: Pushed A6-6. Airblast system: Not required A6-7. Size of broom: Minimum 12ft length and 36” diameter A6-8. Type of brush: No preference A6-9. Optional equipment: See Section A6-12. A6-10. Other: N/A Part B – Runway Brooms Specifications A6-11. Runway Broom with airblast must be in accordance with SAE ARP 5564, Airport Runway Brooms. A6-12. Optional equipment: a. Quick disconnects shall be provided for all hydraulic hoses/lines and blower head driveline. b. Fenders. Noncorrosive fenders and mud flaps help control snow, slush, and water by helping to keep them off of the sweeper c. Hydrostatic and hydraulic test equipment. This equipment allows trouble shooting of hydrostatic and hydraulic systems. d. Maintenance Free Batteries. e. Fire extinguisher f. Engine temperature and hydrostatic pressure loss warning devices.
