Define the road configuration
Work with the appropriate aviation professional to decide how the aircraft will be presented for transportation.
Prepare the information before the equipment arrives
Aircraft Ground Transport Checklist
A planning guide for aircraft owners, builders, sellers, shops and receiving locations.
Measure the complete envelope
Record maximum length, width and height in the prepared configuration, not only published flying specifications.
List each major assembly
Inventory fuselage, wings, empennage, propeller, rotor components, fairings, crates, stands and other pieces.
Confirm weight and handling
Provide overall or component weights, rolling condition, support points and any known lifting requirements.
Prepare supports and protection
Arrange appropriate cradles, fixtures, stands, containers and covers for the aircraft and separated assemblies.
Control records and small parts
Keep logbooks, certificates, plans, keys and loose hardware organized under the owner’s control.
Inspect origin and destination
Verify gates, surface condition, hangar access, overhead clearance and space for the transport vehicle.
Plan qualified work after delivery
Have the people, equipment, documentation and inspection arrangements ready at the receiving location.
This checklist is not a maintenance procedure.
Aircraft disassembly, preservation, reassembly, maintenance entries and return-to-service decisions must follow applicable requirements and aircraft documentation through appropriately authorized personnel.
Specialized ground transportation
Have the road-ready details?
Send them through the quote form and include anything unusual about access or handling.