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Plane Detailing

  • June 8, 2025

Plane Detailing

  • Updated: June 30, 2025

Precision Detailing for Planes, Jets & Turboprops — On the Ground, At Your Hangar

Your aircraft deserves more than a rinse. Whether you fly a single-engine Cessna, a business-class jet, or a turboprop, professional detailing is essential for appearance, performance, and preservation. At RoamShine, we provide specialized mobile plane detailing across San Diego, delivering trusted care directly to your airport, hangar, or tarmac.

We’re fully equipped, insured, and trained to work around sensitive aircraft surfaces, avionics, and flight hardware.

What’s Included in Our Aircraft Detailing Service

We work on a wide range of general aviation aircraft and small jets, adjusting each detail to suit aircraft type, materials, and surface condition.

Exterior Services:

  1. Hand wash with aircraft-safe soap
  2. Bugs, grease, and exhaust residue safely removed
  3. Drying with paint-safe microfiber + compressed air blowout
  4. Brightwork polishing (propellers, leading edges, nosecones)
  5. Windshield and canopy cleaning (anti-static, streak-free)
  6. Application of polymer sealant or aircraft-safe wax
  7. Spot treatment of oil residue, oxidation, or corrosion areas

Interior Add-On (Optional):

  1. Cabin vacuuming and wipe-down
  2. Cleaning of seating surfaces (leather, cloth, vinyl)
  3. Dashboard, yoke, and instrument surfaces gently wiped
  4. Glass polishing (inside) + anti-fog finish
  5. Galley and lavatory cleaning upon request
All products meet aviation-safe standards and are silicone-free, non-static, and safe for painted, polished, and composite surfaces.

Where We Service Aircraft

RoamShine provides mobile aircraft detailing at:

  1. Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (MYF)
  2. Gillespie Field (SEE)
  3. Brown Field Municipal (SDM)
  4. McClellan-Palomar (CRQ)
  5. Private airstrips and hangars throughout San Diego County

We coordinate directly with FBOs and hangar staff to ensure smooth access and secure operation.

Why Aircraft Detailing Is Important

Aircraft detailing isn’t just cosmetic — it protects critical surfaces and systems from long-term exposure to:

  1. Salt, dust, and grime buildup
  2. UV radiation that weakens paint and plastics
  3. Bug residue and jet exhaust that damage leading edges
  4. Corrosive contaminants on landing gear and engine nacelles

Regular detailing not only improves appearance — it helps preserve the integrity and performance of your aircraft.

FAQs – Plane Detailing

Are your products safe for aircraft paint and composites?

Yes. We only use aviation-approved, pH-balanced, non-static cleaners and avoid all silicone-based or corrosive agents.

Can you detail a plane stored outdoors?

Absolutely. We’re fully mobile and bring our own power and purified water if needed.

Do you clean inside the cabin?

Yes. Our interior package is optional and can include cleaning of seating, cockpit, carpet, windows, and more — depending on your aircraft type.

Are you insured to work at airports?

Yes. We carry liability coverage and comply with airport access protocols. Most of our work is done at FBOs and private hangars.

Aircraft Detailing Packages

PackageDescriptionStarting Price
Exterior Wash + ProtectFull body wash, bug removal, sealant$299
Full Aircraft DetailExterior + interior cabin detail$449
Brightwork + Oxidation RemovalAdds polish + leading edge protection$599+


Final quote depends on aircraft size, condition, and access (ramp vs. hangar). Custom flight club and fleet plans available.

Why Aircraft Owners Trust RoamShine

  1. Aircraft-safe processes tailored to general aviation and private jets
  2. Trusted by owners, charter pilots, and FBOs
  3. Fully mobile with hangar- and ramp-safe equipment
  4. Detail-focused and careful around sensitive surfaces
  5. Locally owned and operated in San Diego — fast, reliable, discreet

TL;DR – Why Plane Detailing?

Your aircraft flies through tough conditions — and deserves protection to match. We provide the experience, tools, and products needed to clean, preserve, and protect your investment on the ground.

Book your Aircraft Detailing with RoamShine and fly clean, fly proud.


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