Insights
What we have learned
in 5,300 aircraft.
Practical answers to the questions owners, pilots and managers actually ask — including the ones where the honest answer is unwelcome.
What aircraft detailing actually costs — and why nobody publishes a price
A published price list would be either useless or dishonest. Here is what actually moves the number, and how to compare quotes properly.
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Dry wash or wet wash: which one your aircraft actually needs
These are not interchangeable, and the deciding factor is usually not the aircraft — it is where it is parked and what the airport allows.
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The most common damage we fix was caused by a previous detailer
Neglect is rarely the problem. Over-treatment is, and it is harder to reverse than dirt.
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Why exhaust staining keeps coming back on turboprops
Washing lightens it. Correcting it is a different job, and once corrected it is far easier to keep on top of.
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Preparing an aircraft for sale: what buyers and inspectors actually look at
Presentation does not change an aircraft's value. It changes how quickly a buyer believes the logbooks.
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What insurance should an aircraft detailer carry?
General liability alone does not cover working on a $50 million airframe. Here is what to verify before you let anyone near it.
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