AIRPLANE CARETAKING AT FALCON FIELD – MESA, AZ
Airplane Caretaker offers a variety of unique services designed by owners, for owners, to make airplane ownership less stressful and more enjoyable.
SQUAWK CONCIERGE
We manage your centralized squawk list and optionally work with Mx on concerns.
SERVICE SCHEDULING
We coordinate service with your approved facilities for Mx on your non-flying days.
WELLNESS CHECKS
An extra set of pilot-owner eyes on your airplane regularly with reporting.
SUPPLIES Restocking
Consumables delivered direct to your hangar shelves, or airplane on the ramp.
Interval WASH & DETAIL
We work with multiple detailers to get your airplane clean and ready on your schedule.
OWNERSHIP TOOLS
Complex systems to track squawks, request service, estimates, bid out service, and find mechanics.
Special Assignments:
Caretaker Flight
Flown to your operational specifications
In some instances, Airplane Caretaker may be available to provide your airplane with periodic flight. This is offered in every effort to follow engine manufacturer’s recommendations regarding ideal flight frequency for engine longevity.
From a temporary condition keeping you grounded, to warm summer temperatures, or just not being able to fly enough with your schedule, Airplane Caretaker extends service to select clientele who seek help ensuring their aircraft graces the sky under methodical and experienced control with a purpose.
Qualification is conducted on a case-by-case basis. Aircraft logbook reviews are mandatory, and in some cases, an A&P inspection may be required. We discuss your desired power settings, common temperatures & ranges for your specific airplane (If EIS equipped), along with other preferences and parameters.
Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL)
✶ High Performance ✶ Complex ✶ Retract ✶ TAA ✶ Turbocharged ✶
CLIENT TESTIMONIAL
“Unreal… I don’t know what to say.”
“Thank you for taking such good care of my plane!”
– Cessna 182P Owner
Client Story: Cessna 182P Skylane
This is an owner who genuinely cares about his airplane, but as we all know, life can get busy and it doesn’t take long for time to pass, dust to settle, and a great airplane to sit behind hangar doors.
Airplane Caretaker spent several hours cleaning the owner’s hangar and removing dust from the floor, in addition to assembling and adding durable shelving, microfiber towels in sealed bins, cleaning supplies, requested engine oil, funnel and catch system, fuel sump station, and much more.
Airplane Caretaker also added fully-equipped on-the-go supply bins in the aircraft baggage area consisting of disposable funnels, spare oil, microfiber towels, cleaning supplies, gloves, towels, towelettes, wheel chocks, travel trash bags, and tie-down ratchet straps for a variety of destination situations. Cabin air vent and fuel vent plugs were added in an effort to keep pests out while parked in the hangar or on the ramp.
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- Before: Needs TLC
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- Big Difference
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- Time to Organize
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- New Vent Plugs
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- New Shelves
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- Wheel Pants Elevated
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- New Sump Station
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- New Hangar Supplies
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- Fresh
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- Owner-Ready
Client Story: Piper Cherokee 235
This owner utilizes his Piper Cherokee 235 for training and wanted skillful help keeping the plane looked after while he is working and spending quality time with his family.
In an effort to help prevent surprises when the owner arrives to the field for his own scheduled flights, Airplane Caretaker regularly stops by to perform wellness checks and document any observable concerns such as low struts, weeping brake hoses, fuel sump leaks, and more, that can be addressed in advance of the owner’s planned trips by their preferred mechanic or repair facility.
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- Find & Fix Leaks Early …
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- … Before Your Upcoming Flight
Many owners value their privacy, and we sincerely respect each of our clients’ preferences not to display photos of their airplanes.
Displaying photos is not required or expected as a client of Airplane Caretaker.
In-Person Airplane Caretaking at Falcon Field
WELLNESS CHECKs
We perform detailed evaluations of specific areas, photograph current conditions and observable concerns. Detailed reports are also provided with each visit. Why Wellness Checks?
Included:
- Exterior Photos 📷
- Tie-Down/Chock Securement 📷
- Tire Conditions 📷
- Observable Concerns 📷
- Condition Checklist & Visit Summary
Brake fluid drips, strut height, fuel sump leaks, belly & more
Optional Add-Ons:
- Hinge Lubrication
- StrutWipe Application
- Tire Flat Spot Mitigation
- Engine Dehydrator Check 📷
- Battery Tender Check 📷
- Engine Data Log Relay for Third-Party Analysis
- Pitot-Static Test/Inspection Scheduling
How does it work?
Preferred Supplies Restocking at Falcon Field
We maintain your consumables inventory and automatically re-stock your shelves or baggage area with your preferred supplies. Never order consumables again.
In-Stock: AeroShell, Phillips 66, CamGuard, StrutWipe, Prist Acrylic Plastic and Glass Cleaner, Aero Cosmetics, and more. We pride ourselves in affordable supply pricing.
Supervised ready-now refueling
Whether it’s to top-off, or help maintain a specific level, we’ll assist in keeping your airplane near your preferred fuel level in between flights. This way, your airplane is fueled up and ready, allowing you more time to fly when you return to Falcon Field.
Our Caretaking & Digital Platform Pricing
ESSENTIAL CARETAKING
TIED-DOWN or HANGAREd (KFFZ)
*Does not include cost of supplies.
Additional terms may apply. Add-ons at extra cost.
/ month
PREMIER CARETAKING
exclusively HANGAREd (KFFZ)
*Does not include cost of supplies.
Additional terms may apply. Add-ons at extra cost.
/ month
DIGITAL PLATFORM
FOR ALL Arizona OWNERS & OPERATORS
*Does not include priority bid fees.
Additional terms may apply. Billing is per airplane.
/ month
Tie-Downs & Hangar Space
Airplane Caretaker recommends Cunningham Aviation for tie-downs and hangar space at Falcon Field in Mesa, Arizona. Details below or call/text 602-488-3878.
