Aircraft tractors or tugs are used in combination with a tow bar attached to the nose wheel of an aircraft for transporting the aircraft on the ground, such as ramp and taxi positions. The tug typically has a hitch at the rear having upper and lower apertured plates. The tow bar frontally terminates with an apertured tow eyelet. For connecting, the tug operator maneuvers the hitch into proximity with the tow bar, while the eyelet is aligned with the hitch by an assistant on the ground. Inasmuch as the tug structure prevents direct visual observation, the tug operator is reliant on the assistant for movement instructions. When properly aligned the assistant inserts a latch pin through the plates and the eyelet to complete the coupling. The operation requires accurate and timely communication between the parties to accomplish a time efficient and safe connection. These requirements are often compromised by operating conditions resulting in a large incidence of personnel injuries.