Aircraft windows can get scratched or chipped by sand in the air. Inspections per AMM guidelines determine if they need repair or replacement. Small damages can often be polished, which is cheaper than replacement and maintains safety and clarity. Polishing is done on-wing, saving costs and not needing a separate certificate. Benefits include improved safety, better passenger experience, and longer-lasting cleanliness. Polished windows take about 2 hours each and can be serviced at any suitable airport.
Proper and thorough cleaning of airplane cabins is crucial post-Covid,but reports indicate they are less clean and safe than before.With air travel increasing and surpassing pre-pandemic levels, combined with staffing issues, time constraints, and equipment shortages, planes are dirty and travelers unhappy. While there is no industry-wide standard, some companies prioritize cleaning.Deep cleaning involves all parts of the plane and can take hours, varying from weekly to every 50 flight hours.Unlike other cleaning jobs, airplane cleaning is challenging due to time pressures and cramped spaces.
Regular aircraft body polishing protects and prolongs paint life, removes oxidation, and reduces fuel consumption. Exterior Paint Rejuvenation: Machine buffing restores and seals dull or oxidized paint, offering a cost-effective alternative to repainting. Underbody Polishing: Essential for detecting hydraulic leaks. Brightwork Metal Polishing: Polishing to a mirror finish enhances beauty and removes scratches from components like engine inlets and propeller spinners.
During each flight, aircraft accumulate dirt, which increases fuel consumption and reduces aerodynamics. Traditional cleaning uses over 6000 liters of water per wash, done 12-24 times a year. Dry Washing Process: Applied manually, then removed with microfiber cloths, it requires 5 people and 8 hours per aircraft. Advantages of Non-Water Dry Wash: 1.Saves millions of liters of water annually and reduces fuel consumption by keeping the aircraft cleaner longer. 2.Allows simultaneous maintenance work, unlike water washing.