- Joined
- Oct 31, 1996
- Posts
- 842
- Type aircraft owned
- Carbon Cub FX-3
- Base airport
- KFCI
- Ratings
- COMM, IFR, MEL, SEL
As a new aircraft owner I had questions on items to have for my hangar. I welcome others to add to the list for consideration. Here are some of the items that come to mind:
- A nice tool chest for organization of storage of not only tools but spare parts. I got mine from Lowes
- Fire extinguisher, I believe my airport outlined the requirement but this is the one I got. - Amazon product ASIN B00F5CKJJU
- Heavy gauge extension cord. I have one outlet in my hangar so getting power to various places requires a good extension cord. My hangar is also inspected annually by the airport / fire chief so any risk items could be an issue, this is one they address
- Lights! The ceiling light is terrible in my hangar so I keep this one on top of my refrigerator and this one is a floor standing one that is really nice.
- Handheld lights are nice for when you do work, I have a few. Consider rechargeable.
- Big fan of grypmat for organizing stuff you remove for service
- Organizer trays such as for tackle also work well
- Tool carts - I have two. One is for cleaning/detailing, the other is for tools and accessories
- Shelving for storage. I have two shelf systems for keeping gear, etc.
- Harbor freight is where I got a nice tool chest of various tools that have come in handy
- Various tools, air compressor, vacuum, a work table, ladder(s), one of those things you can lay on and work on the plane from underneath, etc.
- Chocks
- Chairs for friends that visit
- Cold drinks
and some food is nice too - I also have a bluetooth speaker to play some music at times - Edifier I think is the brand I went with
