Cleaning Airplane Windshields

I want to start this blog off with simple airplane projects that can be done fairly quickly and easily. This week is dedicated aircraft and aircraft related things.




Things needed:
(1) Clean Microfiber
(1) Can of Davies Clear to Land/Similar Product


Step One:
Spray a thin layer of cleaner on to the the windscreen and allow to settle for a few seconds. Side note: I do half of a windshield at a time to do a better job.

Sprayed Windscreen

Step Two: Take a clean side of the microfiber and make vertical strokes on the windscreen in order to prevent visible scratches. Never do circular or horizontal motions because they are visible. Vertical scratches are less visible to the human eye.

Cleaned Windshield

Step Three: On the final swipe use another clean and dry side of the microfiber. Repeat steps 1-3 until all the bugs are gone. Be careful not scratch the windscreen.


You can also spray on protectant to make it easier to clean the next time and prevent scratches. It is applied in the same way as the cleaner.