Tips for safe airplane washing?

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Spitfire7

Well-Known Member

Supporting Member

Sep 30, 2022

Imagine a 1985 Eagle is beautiful shape but with original fabric. Maybe a few little paint chips here and there.
But she's dusty and a little buggy.

Is there a good way to wash the airplane completely? Seems to me a hose would allow water to seep in to many places we don't want, but I think a decent shampoo and rinse off is in order.

Insight? Products to use?
Would love to know.