Aircraft Carpet Shampoo
Deep shampoo and extraction pull ground-in dirt, stains and odors from your cabin carpet and fabric upholstery, with careful moisture control so nothing soaks into the aircraft.
- Deep extraction
- Controlled moisture
- Stain and odor removal
- 7-day redo guarantee
- Quote in 2 office hrs or $50 off
Why Vacuuming Alone Isn't Enough
Cabin carpet holds dirt at three depths. A vacuum only reaches the top one, which is why a carpet can look clean and still feel gritty or smell stale.
- Surface debris: a vacuum reaches this layer.
- Ground-in grit and oils: shampoo loosens what's stuck to the fibers.
- Dirt at the base: extraction pulls it out of the carpet.
Aircraft Carpet Stain Guide: What to Expect
We'd rather set honest expectations than overpromise. Here's how the most common cabin stains usually respond.
Mud and ramp dirt
Tracked in on shoes from the ramp and tie-down.
Usually removedCoffee, soda and juice
Spills on long flights, especially near seats and the galley.
Usually removedFood and grease
Catering, snacks and cupholder drips.
Usually removedOil and hydraulic fluid
Tracked in from the ramp and maintenance areas.
Usually lightenedInk and dye transfer
Pens, new luggage and dark denim.
Often lightenedLingering odors
Old spills, pets or moisture trapped in the carpet.
Greatly reducedTip: the sooner a stain is treated, the better it comes out. Blot fresh spills with a dry cloth, never rub, and text us a photo.
Why Moisture Control Matters in an Aircraft
Typical household carpet cleaning uses plenty of water and lets the carpet dry slowly. In an aircraft, excess water can saturate the padding and reach the floor beneath it. We clean deep while keeping moisture to a minimum.
- Low-moisture shampoo
- Just enough solution to release the dirt, worked into the fibers by hand and brush.
- Powerful extraction
- Strong suction pulls the solution and loosened dirt back out of the carpet.
- Airflow to finish
- We help the carpet dry quickly and let you know when the cabin is ready to use.
Our Aircraft Carpet Cleaning Process
Vacuum thoroughly
We remove loose debris from the carpet, seat tracks, edges and baggage area first.
Pre-treat stains
Each stain gets a treatment matched to what caused it, with time to work.
Shampoo and agitate
A low-moisture shampoo is brushed into the fibers to release ground-in dirt.
Extract and dry
Extraction pulls out the dirt and solution, and airflow helps the carpet dry fast.
Finish the Whole Cabin
Add a full interior detail
Leather conditioned, trim and panels cleaned, and every high-touch surface sanitized, so the cabin matches the carpet.
Explore aircraft interior detailing →Get it every year with the Salt-Air Shield
An annual interior detail and carpet shampoo are included in the plan, alongside your coating and scheduled washes.
Ask about the Salt-Air Shield →Two Guarantees on Every Carpet Shampoo
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Our 7-Day Redo Guarantee
If any part of your carpet cleaning falls short, notify us within 7 days and we'll return to make it right at no charge. No hassle, no additional trip fee.
The Wheels-Up Quote
Text us a photo, your tail number and "CARPET." You'll receive a price and a time slot within 2 office hours, or we'll take $50 off your detail.
Aircraft Carpet Shampoo FAQ
How long does the carpet take to dry?
It depends on the carpet, the temperature and the airflow, but our low-moisture method keeps drying time short. We'll tell you when the cabin is ready before you fly.
Will every stain come out?
Most common cabin stains do. Oil, hydraulic fluid and ink can be stubborn, so we'll tell you upfront what to expect, and older stains may lighten rather than disappear.
Do you clean fabric seats too?
Yes. Fabric upholstery gets the same low-moisture shampoo and extraction. Leather seats are cleaned and conditioned as part of our interior detail.
Is carpet shampooing safe for the aircraft?
Yes. We keep moisture to a minimum and extract it thoroughly, so the carpet is cleaned without soaking the padding or the floor beneath it.
Can you get rid of cabin odors?
Usually, yes. Most odors live in the carpet and padding, and extraction removes their source. Long-standing odors may need a second treatment.
How quickly will I get a quote?
Every request receives our Wheels-Up Quote: a price and a time slot within 2 office hours of your text, or we'll take $50 off your detail.
Aircraft Carpet Cleaning at Eight Southern California Airports
We shampoo cabin carpet on-site across Los Angeles, Orange and San Bernardino counties. Choose your airport for local details.
Long Beach Airport
Long Beach · Los Angeles CountyJohn Wayne Airport
Santa Ana · Orange CountyFullerton Municipal Airport
Fullerton · Orange CountyChino Airport
Chino · San Bernardino CountyZamperini Field
Torrance · Los Angeles CountyCompton/Woodley Airport
Compton · Los Angeles CountyVan Nuys Airport
Van Nuys · Los Angeles CountyHollywood Burbank Airport
Burbank · Los Angeles CountyBook Your Aircraft Carpet Shampoo
Text a photo, your tail number and "CARPET" for your Wheels-Up Quote within 2 office hours, or $50 off your detail.