Ice off the tale of Jack Schoch’s Cessna 172N. [Meg Godlewski]
Key Takeaways:
Aircraft stored outdoors necessitate specialized covers for protection against environmental elements like rain, snow, sun, and cold, as generic tarps are ineffective and potentially damaging.
High-quality aircraft covers are custom-designed for different aircraft types and weather conditions, offering solutions like canopy, engine, full body, and even hail protection using specific synthetic and laminated materials.
A proper fit is crucial for a cover's effectiveness, often requiring precise measurements to prevent weather intrusion and ensure comprehensive protection of the aircraft.
Investing in purpose-built, well-fitting aircraft covers, despite an initial learning curve for installation, is a vital step for preserving aircraft kept exposed to the elements.
Does this sound familiar? You just spent a bundle on that new-to-you airplane and, unfortunately, there aren’t any hangars at your airport, so it looks like your bird will be on the ramp and at the mercy of Mother Nature through the winter.
It’s time to think about a way to protect your airplane with a cover.
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Meg Godlewski has been an aviation journalist for more than 24 years and a CFI for more than 20 years. If she is not flying or teaching aviation, she is writing about it. Meg is a founding member of the Pilot Proficiency Center at EAA AirVenture and excels at the application of simulation technology to flatten the learning curve. Follow Meg on Twitter @2Lewski.
