FOX 35 Orlando Features CLX Engineering’s Autonomous Passenger Boarding Bridge
Sanford, FL [08/21/2025] – CLX Engineering, a leader in airport automation and controls solutions, was featured on FOX 35 Orlando for its groundbreaking Autonomous Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB). The segment highlighted the innovation, speed, and precision of the system, which is currently in full operation at Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport.
The Autonomous PBB represents a major leap forward in airport gate operations. By automating the docking process, the system connects passengers to aircraft in under 45 seconds while reducing turnaround time, improving safety, and delivering a smoother travel experience.
“This technology isn’t a concept, it is a working reality. We are proud to see it improving operations in the busiest airport in the world and excited to share it with the FOX 35 audience,” said Kevin Wilcox, President of CLX Engineering.
The feature included a behind-the-scenes look at CLX’s full-scale prototype bridge located at its headquarters in Sanford, Florida, where FOX 35 captured the bridge in action.
With automation playing an increasingly critical role in the aviation industry, CLX Engineering continues to pioneer solutions that streamline gate operations, integrate seamlessly with airport systems, and set new standards for efficiency.
View on FOX35 Website: Florida engineers develop autonomous boarding bridge to speed up flights | FOX 35 Orlando
About CLX Engineering
CLX Engineering is an industry leader in airport automation, specializing in control systems for Passenger Boarding Bridges, Baggage Handling Systems, IoT integration, and advanced software platforms such as CORTEX SCADA and MATRAX CMMS. With headquarters in Sanford, Florida, CLX partners with major airlines and airports to deliver cutting-edge automation and controls solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and the passenger experience.
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CLX Engineering
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