@udetailers: 3 things I wish I knew when I started detailing aircraft: 1. Protect your client’s time by doing your homework first. Aircraft owners and flight departments hire detailers to take work off their plates, not add to it. Before reaching out with basic questions about the airframe, tail number specs, or standard access points, look up the aircraft manual or schematic online. Save your communication for critical logistics like hangar access, GPU availability, and scheduling. 2. Respect aviation-grade surfaces and dilute your chemicals. Aviation clear coats, polycarbonate windows, and de-icing boots are far more sensitive than automotive finishes. Using full-strength household or automotive degreasers can cause permanent hazing, crazing, or corrosion. Always stick to aviation-approved products and properly dilute your all-purpose cleaners with distilled water to get a safe, effective clean without risking costly damage. 3. Price for the liability and enforce a rush fee. You are working on multi-million-dollar assets in tight turnaround windows, so your pricing needs to reflect your skill, insurance, and overhead. Establish a clear booking policy early on: any service requested within 72 hours of departure should automatically incur a rush fee. Setting firm boundaries keeps your schedule sustainable and ensures you are compensated fairly for last-minute demands. If you are just getting into aviation detailing, mastering these three habits early will save you from expensive mistakes and help you build a reputation as a true professional. Which one of these did you learn the hard way? #aircraftdetailing #detailing #aviation

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