30+ Years of Experience ✈️
Manufactured in Byhalia, MS 🏭
Engineered for Every Aircraft Type 🔧
Serving Airlines Worldwide 🌍
Proven Durability & Reliability ⚙️
Focused on Safety & Performance 🚚
Skilled Team of Experts 👷
Full Technical Support & Parts 🧰
America’s Most Trusted Ground
Support Manufacturer
Smith Transportation Equipment (STE) is the leading U.S. manufacturer of Airline Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Based in Byhalia, Mississippi. Just 20 miles from the Memphis International Airport. STE specializes exclusively in high lift catering and cabin service vehicles.
Our product range serves everything from regional jets to large-capacity aircraft such as the Airbus A380. Every truck is designed, engineered, and assembled in-house for superior quality control and reliability.
Regional Jet Catering Units
Compact and efficient high lift trucks designed for servicing regional and mid-size aircraft with ease and precision.
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Years In Business
Over 30 years of trusted experience manufacturing airline ground support equipment.
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Airline Partners
Proudly serving regional, national, and international carriers.
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Production Facilities
Two state-of-the-art manufacturing plants in Byhalia, Mississippi.
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U.S. Engineered
Designed, built, and assembled entirely in the United States.
Built to Serve Every Aircraft Type
From regional jets to wide-body aircraft like the Airbus A380, Smith Transportation Equipment designs and builds high lift catering and cabin service trucks for every operational need. Each vehicle is engineered for safety, reliability, and precision on the tarmac.
Our team is committed to building secure, custom-engineered vehicles for banks, logistics providers, government agencies, and businesses that demand the highest level of safety.
Built to Serve Every Aircraft Type
From regional jets to wide-body aircraft like the Airbus A380, Smith Transportation Equipment designs and builds high lift catering and cabin service trucks for every operational need. Each vehicle is engineered for safety, reliability, and precision on the tarmac.
Our team is committed to building secure, custom-engineered vehicles for banks, logistics providers, government agencies, and businesses that demand the highest level of safety.
Aviation-Grade Engineering
Precision-built high lift catering and cabin service trucks engineered for ramp safety and performance.
Custom Solutions for Every Aircraft
Tailored heights, platforms, and specs for regional jets through wide-bodies like the Airbus A380.
Proven Reliability & Uptime
Heavy-duty hydraulics, corrosion-resistant components, and rigorous QC to keep operations on schedule.
Built in Byhalia, Mississippi
U.S. designed and manufactured with fast lead times and responsive local support.
Complete Parts & Technical Support
OEM parts inventory and trained GSE technicians to minimize downtime.
Trusted by Airline Operations
Chosen by carriers across North America for durability, service, and total cost of ownership.
Get in Touch With
Smith Transportation Equipment
Call Us: 662-838-4399
Email Us: support@smithgse.com
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