Navigate / EASA

GH.OPS.330 Aircraft exterior cleaning

Regulation (EU) 2025/20

The procedures for aircraft exterior cleaning shall comply with the requirements of pointย GH.OPS.005 and also with the following additional requirements:

(a) performing the aircraft exterior cleaning with products approved by the aircraft manufacturer to avoid damage to the aircraft;

(b) properly closing the aircraft exterior panels and doors after completing the cleaning;

(c) observing the requirements laid down in the applicable Union legal acts regarding personal protection equipment for the personnel performing aircraft exterior cleaning;

(d) using a dedicated area for aircraft exterior cleaning, as established by the aerodrome operator, if applicable;

(e) properly mitigating the risk of producing FOD during aircraft exterior cleaning.