Aircraft Supplies

Aircraft supplies: the owner's between-flights kit

Aircraft supplies are the consumables, hardware, and comfort items an owner uses to keep an airplane clean, secure, protected, and pleasant to fly. Unlike avionics or instruments, these are the everyday essentials that live in the hangar and the baggage area: windshield and paint cleaners, tie-down anchors and chocks, seat cushions, engine oil additives, cockpit power and cooling, and the mounts that hold your tablet and camera. Pilot Mall stocks them all in one place so you can build your kit over time, starting with the safety-critical items and adding comfort gear as your budget allows. Click any product for current pricing.

Aircraft supplies at a glance

This table is a representative sample of the collection. RAM offers many additional mounts, which live alongside the rest of the EFB hardware in iPad and tablet accessories.

Types of aircraft supplies

Cleaning and polishing

Aviation-safe cleaners keep paint and windshields clear without damaging acrylic. The lineup here includes the Wash Wax ALL waterless kit for no-rinse exterior care, Prist windshield cleaner formulated for plexiglass, Clear View polish for light scratches, and lint-free DuPont Sontara wipes. Browse the full range in aircraft cleaning and polishing.

Tie-downs, chocks, and gust locks

Ground-handling gear keeps your airplane secure when it is parked. The Claw tie-down anchors bite into soil and unpaved surfaces where ring anchors are not available, and chocks and gust locks round out the kit. See the full selection in tie-downs, chocks, and gust locks.

Seats, cushions, and covers

Comfort and visibility matter on long flights. Genuine sheepskin covers add insulation and cushioning, while fire-resistant cushion sets can lift shorter pilots for a better sight picture over the panel. Find more options in aircraft seat cushions and covers.

Engine care, comfort, and power

The CamGuard oil additive fights corrosion during downtime, the B-Kool portable air conditioner and Flight Fresh deodorizer make hot or stuffy cockpits livable, and the Stratus Power Max charger keeps your tablet and devices powered. For panel-mounted and portable oxygen, see aircraft oxygen systems.

Safety and mounting

A working carbon monoxide detector belongs in every cockpit, and a secure tablet mount keeps your charts in view. RAM yoke and suction mounts hold tablets, phones, and cameras; the full range lives in iPad and tablet accessories.

How to choose the right aircraft supplies

Build your kit in order of importance. Start with safety-critical and protection items: a tie-down system so the airplane is secure on the ramp, a plexiglass-safe windshield cleaner so you keep good visibility, a carbon monoxide detector for the cockpit, and an oil additive such as CamGuard if your engine sits between flights. Next, add the cleaning supplies that match how and where you store the aircraft. Owners who hangar outside or fly often will want a waterless wash kit and lint-free wipes to clean the exterior regularly, while a polish like Clear View handles light scratches on acrylic. Then layer in comfort and convenience based on your missions: sheepskin or fire-resistant cushions for long flights and better visibility, a portable air conditioner and cockpit deodorizer for hot-weather operations, and a USB-C charger plus a RAM yoke mount to keep your tablet powered and in view. If you are equipping a newly purchased airplane and want a broader checklist of cockpit gear, browse our pilot essentials hub. Click any product for current pricing.

Why buy from Pilot Mall

• Aviation only: we sell pilot and aircraft owner gear and nothing else, so our team knows what is safe to use on your airplane.
• One-stop hub: cleaning, tie-downs, cushions, engine care, comfort, power, and mounts in a single collection.
• Trusted for 25-plus years: thousands of owners rely on Pilot Mall for the supplies that keep their aircraft flying.
• Free U.S. shipping over $100: most aircraft supply orders qualify.
• Expert guidance: talk to people who fly before you buy.

Frequently Asked Questions

What supplies does an aircraft owner need?

A practical starter kit includes a tie-down system, a plexiglass-safe windshield cleaner and soft cloths, an oil additive for corrosion protection, and a carbon monoxide detector. From there, owners add a wash and wax kit, seat cushions, cockpit power and cooling, and a tablet mount as budget and missions allow.

How often should you clean your aircraft?

Clean the exterior windshield and leading edges after most flights to remove bugs and grime, and give the airframe a full wash and wax every few months. Aircraft stored outside need cleaning more often than hangared ones, since UV and weather accelerate wear on paint and acrylic.

What is the best way to clean an aircraft windshield?

Flush the surface with water first to float off grit, then use a plexiglass-safe cleaner and a clean, soft cloth. Wipe in straight back-and-forth strokes that follow the airflow, never in circles, to avoid a glare-causing halo. Polish out any light scratches with an acrylic-safe product.

What should you not use to clean a plexiglass windshield?

Avoid ammonia-based household glass cleaners such as Windex, along with paper towels and dry rags. Ammonia causes crazing, the network of fine cracks that clouds acrylic, and dry or abrasive cloths leave scratches. Use only cleaners labeled safe for aircraft plexiglass and a soft, clean cloth.

Do you need to tie down an aircraft after every flight?

Yes. Securing the aircraft after every flight protects it from sudden winds and storms that can move or flip a parked airplane. Use anchors rated for the surface, point the nose into the prevailing wind for long stops, and inspect ropes and straps for wear before relying on them.

Are aircraft covers worth it?

For airplanes parked outside, covers are usually worth it. They shield paint and interiors from UV fading, block rain and dust, and reduce how often you need to clean the aircraft. They also help keep cockpits cooler and protect windshields and seals from sun damage over time.