Full Interior Detail at Lampedusa (LICD)
Deep-clean the entire cabin—seats, carpets, galley, cockpit—while your aircraft sits on stand.
Full Interior Detail at Lampedusa (LICD) is for operators who need a thorough cabin refresh between legs, particularly before repositioning after a Mediterranean island hop or ahead of a high-profile charter sector. The service covers leather cleaning and conditioning, carpet and upholstery extraction, veneer and trim polish, galley and lavatory deep clean, and flight deck detailing with aviation-safe procedures. Work is coordinated directly with the airport operator, AST Aeroservizi, which runs all apron and handling functions; expect short windows and tight apron discipline during the July–August peak, when seasonal traffic fills every stand.
08/26 · 1795 m
AIP and airport data70 ft
0.5 km
Lampedusa town centreWhat does a full interior detail cover at Lampedusa?
Every surface the passengers and crew touch. Leather seats and divans are cleaned with pH-neutral agents and conditioned to prevent cracking in the Mediterranean heat; carpets and fabric upholstery go through hot-water extraction to lift embedded sand, salt and stains. Veneer, metal and plastic trim are polished, galley and lavatory surfaces scrubbed, drains and seals checked, and the flight deck wiped down with no-touch procedures around avionics and instrument panels.
Cabin disinfection can be added—useful after a medevac positioning or if the aircraft has been standing idle through winter. The process takes four hours in a light-cabin super-mid, closer to ten in an ACJ with a full galley and multiple lavatories. We bring our own water and waste tanks, so the work does not depend on GPU or ground services beyond apron access.
How do turnarounds work on the Lampedusa apron?
In summer the apron is congested and slots are tight. Lampedusa is a Level 3 coordinated airport; every arrival needs an allocated slot even in the low season, and during July and August the operator describes intense air activity. That means your stand time is fixed, and any delay in pushback has a knock-on effect. If you want a full interior detail between legs, the turnaround needs to be at least six hours for a mid-cabin jet, longer for anything with a complex galley or if you add exterior work.
AST Aeroservizi runs the apron and all handling, so there is no separate FBO. Ground requests—stairs, GPU, potable water, waste—go through the operator, and in peak season you may wait for equipment. Winter is the opposite: the airport is quiet, stand availability opens up, and you can schedule a longer detail without pressure. Either way, we coordinate directly with AST and carry an airside escort if required.
When does a full interior detail make sense here?
Before a high-visibility leg—owner pickup, a charter with a new client, or a repositioning to a major event—or after a stretch of short Mediterranean hops that have tracked in sand, salt spray and galley spills. Monthly intervals keep the cabin in front-line condition; longer gaps mean heavier soiling and longer extraction times. If the aircraft has been parked through winter or used for a medevac, a deep clean with disinfection resets the environment.
Lampedusa works well as a detail stop if you are already landing for fuel or a crew change and have margin in the schedule. The 1795-metre runway handles everything up to ACJ and BBJ without issue—elevation is only 70 feet, so performance is not a constraint—but the slot requirement and summer congestion mean you cannot add hours on the day. Plan the work when you file for the slot.
What changes at Lampedusa across the season?
Summer is the constraint. Traffic peaks in July and August with tourism-focused scheduled and charter flights; the operator flags intense air activity, which translates to every stand occupied, tight turnarounds and little flexibility if a detail overruns. Apron congestion also means slower ground-service response—stairs, GPU and waste trucks are shared across multiple aircraft. If you need a full interior detail in peak season, book the slot early and add buffer time.
Winter is the opposite: the airport is quiet, stands are available, and you can schedule longer work without pressure. The single runway—08/26, 1795 metres—handles all weather, and the airport sits just half a kilometre from Lampedusa town, so crew transport is straightforward. Slots remain mandatory year-round under Assoclearance coordination, but allocation is faster when demand drops. For recurring fleet work, winter offers predictable access; for one-off details, summer requires tighter planning.
What does the handler expect from a third-party detailing crew?
AST Aeroservizi expects advance notice, proof of insurance, and clarity on what you need from them versus what you bring. We carry our own water, chemicals, extractors and waste tanks, so the handler does not provide consumables, but we do need apron access, an airside escort if our team is not badged at Lampedusa, and confirmation that the stand will not be reassigned mid-job. In summer that last point matters: if another arrival is slotted and your aircraft has not pushed, the operator will move you.
The handler also wants to know if you need GPU, external power for our extractors, or access to potable water for a final rinse. We file a ground-service request through AST when the slot is confirmed, and we update them if the detail duration changes. On a busy day they appreciate a text when we finish, so they can release the stand. It is a small operation—everyone knows everyone—so clear communication and no surprises keep the relationship smooth.
Can you fit a full interior detail into a fuel stop?
Only if the stop is long enough and the season is right. A fuel stop at Lampedusa in winter might give you three to four hours on stand—enough for a focused detail of seats, carpets and galley in a super-mid, but not enough for a ten-hour deep clean of an ACJ. In summer, when the apron is full and slots are tight, even a two-hour fuel stop can feel rushed; adding a four-hour detail means filing for a longer slot and accepting that you may be pushed to an off-peak arrival time.
If the schedule allows it, we can start the detail while the aircraft is being refuelled—leather and veneer work does not interfere with ground ops—but carpet extraction and galley deep cleaning need the cabin clear of ground crew and catering deliveries. The better approach is to plan the detail as the reason for the stop, not an add-on. Lampedusa is half a kilometre from town, so crew rest and meal options are easy, and the aircraft gets the time it needs without compromise.
Questions operators ask about Full Interior Detail at Lampedusa
How long does a full interior detail take at Lampedusa?
Four to ten hours, depending on cabin size and configuration. A super-midsize jet with a straightforward cabin takes four to six hours; an ACJ or BBJ with a full galley, multiple lavatories and complex veneer requires eight to ten. Carpet extraction and leather conditioning account for most of the time, and we adjust the schedule if you add disinfection or request extra attention to high-wear areas.
Do you need ground power from the handler?
No, our extractors and equipment run independently. We carry our own water, waste tanks and battery-powered tools, so the detail does not depend on GPU or external power from AST Aeroservizi. If you want the aircraft's cabin systems running during the work—air conditioning, lighting—then we coordinate GPU through the handler, but it is not required for the cleaning itself.
Can you work during peak summer congestion?
Yes, but the turnaround must be planned against the slot and apron availability. July and August bring intense air activity and tight stand allocation. If you need a full interior detail in peak season, file for a longer slot when you submit the arrival request, and expect that the operator will hold you to the departure time. Winter offers more flexibility and quieter apron conditions.
What if the detail overruns the allocated slot?
The handler may reassign the stand or apply delay penalties. Lampedusa is a coordinated airport, and slots are enforced. If the detail takes longer than planned and another arrival is waiting, AST Aeroservizi will move your aircraft or ask you to push even if the work is incomplete. We build contingency into the schedule and communicate any delays immediately, but the safest approach is to book a longer slot from the start.
Do you provide cabin disinfection as part of the detail?
Yes, on request, using aviation-approved disinfectants. Disinfection covers all touch surfaces, seats, galley, lavatory and cockpit, and adds about thirty minutes to the total time. It is recommended after medevac use, long periods of inactivity, or if the aircraft has been exposed to illness. The products are safe for leather, veneer and avionics.
Can the detail be done overnight?
Yes, if the handler confirms stand availability and night access. Lampedusa has no published curfew, but night operations depend on AST Aeroservizi's staffing and apron lighting. Overnight details work well in the low season when traffic is light and stands are not needed for early-morning departures. We coordinate night access when you book the slot.
What happens if weather delays the arrival?
We reschedule the detail to match the revised slot. If your arrival is delayed and the slot moves, we adjust our crew's schedule accordingly. Lampedusa's single runway and low elevation mean weather delays are rare, but if a delay compresses the turnaround window, we focus on high-priority areas—seats, galley, cockpit—and defer carpets or veneer to the next stop if needed.
How do you coordinate with AST Aeroservizi?
We file a ground-service request when the slot is confirmed and update them on progress. AST runs all apron and handling functions, so we notify them of our arrival, the expected detail duration, and any requirements for airside escort or stand access. They appreciate a heads-up if the work finishes early or if we need to extend, and we confirm stand release when the aircraft is ready for pushback.
Can you detail the cockpit without affecting avionics?
Yes, we use no-touch procedures around all flight-deck electronics. Instrument panels, MFDs, switch guards and throttle quadrants are cleaned with microfibre and aviation-safe solutions that leave no residue. We do not spray directly onto screens or avionics bays, and we avoid any contact with circuit breakers, pitot-static ports or oxygen panels. The flight deck is treated as a no-compromise zone.
Is Lampedusa suitable for recurring fleet detailing?
Yes, especially in the low season when slots and stands are predictable. Winter offers quiet apron conditions, consistent slot availability and no congestion, which makes Lampedusa a practical stop for monthly or quarterly fleet details. Summer is possible but requires tighter scheduling and advance coordination with AST. The airport's proximity to town and straightforward handling also simplify crew logistics for repeat visits.