Interior Cleaning Services
Internior Cleaning
Aircraft interior cleaning is a meticulous process aimed at maintaining hygiene, safety, and aesthetics while preserving sensitive materials like leather, fabrics, and electronics
Overview of Aircraft Interior Cleaning
Cleaning the interior of private aircraft is a premium, customized, detail-oriented service focused on preserving luxury materials like fine leathers, exotic woods, custom fabrics, and advanced electronics while ensuring a pristine, odor-free environment. In cleaning your private aircraft, we emphasizes discretion, deep detailing, and tailored schedules—often weekly or after each flight for high-use owners. We follow a top-to-bottom methodology to prevent re-contamination, using aviation-grade, non-toxic products to avoid residue or damage. Our preparation involves securing valuables, deplaning amenities, and coordinating with crew for access to restricted areas like bedrooms or offices.
Key Steps in the Cleaning Process
The process follows a systematic sequence, often divided by aircraft zones. Below is a generalized step-by-step outline based on industry standards:
Step
1. Preparation and Waste Removal
2. Dusting and Vacuuming
3. Surface Wiping and Disinfection
4. Window and Screen Cleaning
5. Upholstery and Material Care
6. Lavatory, Bedroom, and Lounge Sanitization
7. Floor and Final Inspection
Description
Secure personal items, empty discreet waste receptacles, and restock amenities like linens and toiletries.
Begin overhead and work downward: vacuum luxury upholstery, crevices, and built-in storage with low-suction tools to protect fabrics.
Sanitize high-touch zones (yoke, IFE controls, wet bar) with pH-neutral solutions; allow dwell time for efficacy without streaking.
Polish acrylic windows and high-res screens gently to maintain clarity and anti-glare coatings.
Deep clean or condition bespoke leathers/woods; steam fabrics for allergen removal. Spot-treat stains immediately.
Sterilize en-suite facilities, showers, and sleeping areas; refresh linens and air purify.
Detail custom flooring (carpets or hardwoods) last; perform a walkthrough with owner specs for perfection.
Key Areas / Tools
Protective barriers for custom surfaces, inventory checklists.
HEPA backpack vacuums, soft-bristle brushes.
Hospital-grade antimicrobials (e.g., Benefect Decon 30), lint-free microfiber.
Specialized acrylic polishes (e.g., Novus Plastic Polish), anti-static cloths.
Leather restorers (e.g., Leather Honey), enzyme-based fabric cleaners.
Odor-neutralizing foggers, hypoallergenic wipes, steam sanitizers.
pH-balanced floor solutions, UV inspection lights.
Cleaning by Specific Areas
- Cockpit: Delicately dust avionics, seats, and glareshields with compressed air and ESD-safe cloths; avoid liquids near flight computers.
- Main Cabin (Seats, Lounges, Entertainment): Vacuum and condition club seating/divans; clean touchscreens and credenzas. For conference setups, wipe tables with non-marking solutions.
- Private Suites (Bedrooms, Lavatories): Launder or steam bedding; deep-clean marble vanities and rainfall showers with scale removers. Focus on hypoallergenic protocols for sensitive owners.
- Galley and Bar: Polish stainless appliances and crystal storage; sanitize under-counter refrigeration to prevent odors.
Tools, Products, and Best Practices
Private aircraft cleaning relies on quiet, portable tools like cordless steamers and electrostatic dusters for minimal disruption. Premium, eco-friendly products ensure compliance with FAA standards and luxury preservation:
- Disinfectants: Cavicide or PDI Sani-Cloth for surfaces (quick-kill on viruses).
- Cleaners: Aerospace Leather Cleaner for hides, Meguiar's Gold Class for woods, Woolite for silks.
- We Avoid: Ammonia-based products (discolor woods), abrasive pads (scratch finishes), or over-wetting electronics.
Best practices include owner consultations for custom protocols (e.g., pet hair removal), post-clean air ionizers for freshness, and certifications like IATA for crews.