Pull the cowling for an oil change or an annual and the engine compartment tells you how the airplane has been flying: a film of oil on the case, streaks of grime along the baffles, maybe a weep around a fitting that someone will want to look at more closely. Walk aft and the belly behind the exhaust stack has its own coat of soot and oil mist.
Cleaning all of that is part of owning an airplane, and it also matters for safety. A clean engine and belly make it much easier to spot a new leak on the next preflight. The problem is what it does to your towels. One pass over a greasy case and a nice microfiber towel is either headed for a long soak or the trash.
A roll of towels made for dirty jobs changes the math. Tear one off, use it on the grime, and decide afterward whether it’s worth washing. Your good towels stay reserved for windows and paint.
Quick answer: Aero Cosmetics Aero Towels On A Roll is a roll of 50 microfiber towels made for tough grease and grime on engines, wheels, and more. Each towel measures 12″x12″, and they can be thrown away after use or washed and reused. Aero Cosmetics part number: ATR. Available on Skyfarer and at Skyfarer Shop.
What you get
- 50 towels on a roll. Tear off one at a time, so the rest stay clean and easy to store.
- Microfiber. Made to pick up grease and grime rather than smear it around.
- 12″x12″ each. A compact size that’s easy to fold and handle in tight spots.
- Disposable or washable. Toss a towel after a really dirty job, or wash and reuse it for extended use.
Where they earn their keep
- Engine compartments. Wiping oil and grime from the engine and cowling during an oil change or inspection.
- Wheels and brakes. Brake dust and grease on wheel fairings, wheels, and gear legs.
- Belly and exhaust areas. Oil mist and exhaust soot behind the engine, paired with a belly cleaner.
- Hangar spills. Quick cleanups on the workbench or floor.
Pilot tip: After you clean the engine and belly, look again on the next preflight. A freshly cleaned surface shows a new oil or fuel streak right away, and anything new or growing is worth showing to your mechanic.
Pair it with
For the oily, sooty belly, Belly Soap is Aero Cosmetics’ heavy-duty spray-on, wipe-dry cleaner. For softer jobs like windows and final polishing, keep separate cloths such as the Aero Window Towel 12-Pack or the Aero Diaper 12-Pack.
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Where to buy
Aero Cosmetics Aero Towels On A Roll is sold by Skyfarer Shop. Find it on the Skyfarer marketplace or order directly from Skyfarer Shop. Either link shows the current price. In-stock items ship in 1–3 business days with tracking, U.S. orders over $70 ship free, and most items can be returned within 30 days of delivery.
Frequently asked questions
How many towels are on a roll?
Fifty microfiber towels.
How big is each towel?
Each one measures 12″x12″.
Are they disposable or reusable?
Both. You can throw them away after a dirty job, or wash and reuse them.
What are they best for?
Tough grease and grime, such as cleaning engines, wheels, and sooty aircraft components.
