The hydraulically operated (patented) nozzle control system allows the fluid to be sprayed in virtually any desired direction, within split seconds. Using a joystick control and the simultaneous movement of the telescopic boom, the nozzle can be moved in a – for operators intuitive - “sweeping” pattern for quickest possible de-icing operations. A unique feature is the ability to spray backwards, enabling the operator to position the de-icing truck behind the trailing edge, while at the same time spraying from the leading edge and backwards, as recommended. Access to the tail is quick, as the de-icer is already located between main wing and tail, and for smaller aircraft (ATR, Q400 and similar), the de-icer does not even have to be re-positioned.