Mobile Aircraft Detailing in Long Beach, Orange County & Los Angeles
We come to your hangar, tie-down or FBO ramp at eight Southern California airports and protect your aircraft from salt air, sun and grime, without moving it an inch.
Fully mobile at 8 airports · Waterless, hangar-safe washing · System X ceramic coating · 7-day redo guarantee · 5 ★on Google
Why Aircraft Detailing Matters in Southern California
Corrosion protection for coastal aircraft
Scheduled aircraft dry washes lift salt film and contaminants before they work into seams, rivets and hinges.
If your aircraft is based at a coastal field like Long Beach Airport, Zamperini Field in Torrance or John Wayne Airport, it sits in marine air that leaves a fine salt film on every surface. Year-round sun, exhaust soot and belly oil add to the damage. Over time, paint oxidizes, brightwork dulls and corrosion starts in seams and around fasteners, often well before you can see it from the ramp.
Regular aircraft detailing is more than cosmetic. When you remove salt and grime on a schedule and then seal the paint, you extend the time between repaints and protect your aircraft’s resale value. That is how owners and operators across Los Angeles and Orange County keep the cabin as clean as the exterior, so passengers board an aircraft that looks well cared for.
Paint protection that delays a repaint
Aircraft polishing removes oxidation, and a System X ceramic coating seals the paint against UV and weather
A first impression passengers notice
A glossy exterior and a spotless cabin tell passengers and clients the aircraft is well cared for.
Mobile Aircraft Detailing & Cleaning Services
Every service is performed on-site at your hangar, tie-down or FBO using aviation-safe products. We care for everything from single-engine pistons and turboprops to private jets.
Aircraft Dry Wash & Degrease
A waterless aircraft wash that lifts away exhaust residue, belly oil, insect buildup and corrosive salt film. With no runoff, it's approved for use inside hangars and on FBO ramps in SoCal.
Aircraft Polishing & Wax
Machine polishing removes oxidation and surface imperfections, then wax restores a deep gloss and protects the paint from UV damage.
Aircraft Ceramic Coating
System X ceramic coating forms a durable barrier that repels water, salt and grime, so every future wash is faster and more effective.
Aircraft Interior Detailing
We clean the cockpit, cabin, galley and lavatory, condition leather and sanitize high-touch surfaces, from trainers to private jets.
Aircraft Carpet Shampoo
Thorough shampooing and extraction draw embedded dirt, stains and lingering odors out of cabin carpet and upholstery.
Pneumatic De-Ice Boot Treatment
We clean and condition pneumatic de-ice boots to keep the rubber supple and resilient against sun-induced drying and cracking.
Aircraft Detailing at Airports Across Los Angeles & Orange County
Our mobile aircraft detailing team comes directly to your hangar, tie-down, FBO or maintenance facility at eight airports across Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino counties. Based at a nearby field? Just ask.
Long Beach Airport
Long Beach · Los Angeles CountyJohn Wayne Airport
Santa Ana · Orange CountyFullerton Municipal Airport
Fullerton · Orange CountyChino Airport
Chino · San Bernardino CountyZamperini Field
Torrance · Los Angeles CountyCompton/Woodley Airport
Compton · Los Angeles CountyVan Nuys Airport
Van Nuys · Los Angeles CountyHollywood Burbank Airport
Burbank · Los Angeles CountyThe Salt-Air Shield: Year-Round Aircraft Corrosion Protection
One comprehensive annual plan replaces booking each wash individually. We apply an aircraft ceramic coating once, then keep your aircraft free of salt and grime on a consistent schedule for 12 months.
Pricing is tailored to aircraft size. Text your tail number to (714) 886-9514 for a personalized quote.
What's included
- Initial System X ceramic coating, including complete paint preparation
- Scheduled dry hangar washes and degreasing throughout the year
- A photo condition report after every visit, flagging anything your mechanic should review
- An annual interior detail and carpet shampoo
- Pneumatic de-ice boot treatment for turboprops
- Priority scheduling ahead of one-time customers
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Our 7-Day Redo Guarantee
If any part of your detail falls short, notify us within 7 days and we'll return to make it right at no charge. No hassle, no additional trip fee.
The Wheels-Up Quote
Text us a photo, your tail number and your airport. You'll receive a firm price and a confirmed time slot within 2 office hours, or we'll take $50 off your detail.
How Our Mobile Aircraft Detailing Works
Send your aircraft details
Complete the quote form, or text a photo, your tail number and your airport to (714) 886-9514.
Get your Wheels-Up Quote
Within 2 office hours, we respond with your price and the next available time slot, or you receive $50 off your detail.
We come to you
We arrange access with your FBO or hangar and work wherever your aircraft is parked. No repositioning, no lost flight time.
Check the results
You receive before-and-after photos documenting the work. If anything falls short, our 7-day redo guarantee has you covered.
Aircraft Cleaning for Owners, Operators and Flight Schools
Private aircraft owners
Preserve your investment and its resale value with a detailing schedule tailored to how and where you fly.
Flight school fleets
Efficient fleet aircraft cleaning, coordinated around your lesson calendar and priced per aircraft.
Charter jet operators
Private jet cabin cleaning and rapid exterior turns between trips, so every passenger boards an immaculate aircraft.
Aircraft maintenance shops
Return aircraft to their owners in better condition than they arrived. Ask about our partner rates.
Aircraft Detailing FAQ
Is your aircraft detailing fully mobile?
Yes. We travel to your hangar, tie-down, FBO ramp or maintenance facility at any of our eight airports, so your aircraft never needs to be repositioned.
Is an aircraft dry wash safe for the paint?
Yes. We use aviation-approved waterless products and clean microfiber, working methodically panel by panel to lift contaminants away rather than dragging them across the paint. There's no runoff, so it's permitted inside hangars.
How fast will I hear back?
Every request receives our Wheels-Up Quote: a firm price and a confirmed time slot within 2 office hours of your text, or we'll take $50 off your detail.
How does the $50 Wheels-Up guarantee work?
Text a photo, your tail number and your airport to (714) 886-9514. If you haven't received a price and a time slot from us within 2 office hours, we'll take $50 off that detail when you book. No forms or claims required.
How often should an aircraft be washed near the coast?
Coastal aircraft benefit from a consistent schedule because salt film accumulates continuously. Text us your aircraft type, your airport and how often you fly, and we'll recommend the right interval. A ceramic coating shortens each wash and extends protection between visits.
How much does aircraft detailing cost?
Pricing depends on aircraft size, condition and the services you select. Send us your aircraft type and airport, and you'll receive a transparent quote within 2 office hours.
What if I'm not happy with the result?
Notify us within 7 days, and we'll return to correct it at no charge.
Get an Aircraft Detailing Quote
Quote in 2 hrs or $50 offTell us your airport, aircraft and what you need. You'll get our Wheels-Up Quote: a clear price and the soonest available slot within 2 hours, or $50 off your detail.
Prefer to text? Send a photo, your tail number and airport.
- Call or text(714) 886-9514
- Emailcontact@socalaircraftdetail.com
- HoursBy appointment
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