Most airplanes don’t live next to a wash rack. They sit in a T-hangar or on a tie-down row, often with no hose in reach, and the dust, bugs, and exhaust film build up between flights. When you finally make time to clean it, the worst part isn’t the dirt; it’s the reach. The top of a high wing, the upper fuselage, the tail of anything bigger than a trainer all mean dragging a ladder around, climbing up, wiping an arm’s length, climbing down, and moving it again.
That routine is slow, it’s tiring, and every trip up and down a ladder next to an airplane is a chance to bump a wingtip or a control surface. It’s also why so many owners wash less often than they’d like.
A waterless wash on a long pole cuts out most of that. Stand on the ground, apply the cleaner with one side of the mop, buff it with the other, and work your way down the airplane in long strokes.
Quick answer: The Aero Cosmetics Basic Waterless Mop Kit 15″ is a waterless wash kit built around a 15″ double-sided mop head: one microfiber pad applies Wash Wax ALL and the other buffs it dry in the same pass. The kit includes the mop head, microfiber mop pads, 32 fl. oz. of Wash Wax ALL, a Mini Aero Bug Scrubber, and a 4-pack of Aero Towels, and you can choose the Shur-Line Easy Reach pole (extends 4′ to 9′) or no pole to use your own. Available on Skyfarer and at Skyfarer Shop.
What’s in the kit
- 15″ Wash Wax Mop head. Aero Cosmetics’ patented double-sided design: a wet side applies Wash Wax ALL evenly, and a dry side buffs to a streak-free shine.
- Telescoping pole (your choice). The Shur-Line Easy Reach pole extends from 4′ to 9′, or choose the no-pole version and use a pole you already own.
- Microfiber mop pads. Two come installed on the mop head, plus spares. They’re machine washable and reusable.
- Wash Wax ALL, 32 fl. oz. The waterless wash cleaner the mop is designed to apply.
- Mini Aero Bug Scrubber. For bug splatter that needs a little more attention.
- Aero Towels 4-pack. For hand detailing and touch-ups the mop can’t reach.
Options and add-ons
Each combination has its own part number, from BDK (kit with the Shur-Line pole) to BK-NP (kit with no pole), with add-on versions in between.
- Pole. Easy Reach Shur-Line (4′ to 9′) or No Pole if you’ll use your own.
- Bug Scrubber Mini Mop 5″. A smaller version of the double-sided mop for leading edges, prop blades, and tight spots the 15″ head can’t reach.
- Extra mop pads 4-pack. More pads for big airplanes or back-to-back jobs, so you can swap to a clean pad mid-wash instead of spreading dirt around.
How to wash with it
- Work in the shade on a cool surface. Aero Cosmetics says never to apply Wash Wax ALL to a hot surface in direct sunlight. Pull the airplane into the hangar shade or wait for the skin to cool.
- Shake the Wash Wax ALL well. Do this before every use.
- Apply with the wet side, buff with the dry side. Work one section at a time from the top down, using long, overlapping strokes.
- Swap to a clean pad when one loads up. Especially on the dirty lower surfaces and belly, a fresh pad keeps you from re-depositing grime.
Pilot tip: The 15″ mop is made for waterless washing or drying after a wet wash. If you’ll be washing with a hose, Aero Cosmetics recommends the 10″ Wet or Waterless Mop Kit instead. And whatever you use, keep the pole clear of antennas, static wicks, and control surfaces.
Replacement parts and related kits
Replacement 15″ mop pads (4-pack), the 15″ mop head only, the 5″ Bug Scrubber Mini Mop, and refills of Wash Wax ALL 32 fl. oz. are all listed on Skyfarer. There’s also a fuller Waterless Mop Kit 15″ with Easy Reach Shur-Line Pole.
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Where to buy
The Aero Cosmetics Basic Waterless Mop Kit 15″ 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
Do I need water or a hose?
No. The 15″ mop is designed for waterless washing with Wash Wax ALL, or for drying after a wet wash.
What pole comes with it?
You can choose the Shur-Line Easy Reach pole, which extends from 4′ to 9′, or the no-pole version if you have your own.
Are the mop pads reusable?
Yes. The microfiber pads are machine washable and reusable.
Can I use it in direct sun?
Aero Cosmetics says not to apply Wash Wax ALL to a hot surface in direct sunlight. Work in the shade on a cool surface.
