What Is an Inflatable Aircraft Maintenance Shelter?
An inflatable aircraft maintenance shelter is a rapid-deploy, weather-resistant enclosure used for AOG events, line maintenance, and under-wing work. It protects engineers and aircraft from wind, rain, heat and cold, enabling safe, uninterrupted operations without requiring permanent hangar space.
Our iglooMX® inflatable shelters are engineered to encapsulate aircraft engines, wings, nose sections and fuselage zones within minutes. With proven performance in extreme climates, they offer a portable, lightweight alternative to fixed hangars for airlines, MRO facilities, military operators and remote bases worldwide.
Types of Inflatable IGLOOMX® Aircraft Shelters
- Engine Change Shelter – under-wing protection for engine swaps on A320, A321, A330, B737NG/MAX, B777 and more
- Nose Maintenance Shelter – protects radome, avionics and windscreen zones
- Fuselage MX Shelter – ideal for cabin, panel, and structural access
- Propeller Maintenance Shelter – designed for ATR, Dash-8 and turboprop fleets
- MEWP & Access Equipment Shelter – enclosures for maintenance platforms and elevated access work
IglooMX® Engine Change Shelter
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Downtime costs money. That’s why our patented IglooMX® Engine Change Shelters are designed to keep your aircraft flying with minimal disruption.
Whether you’re servicing a single-aisle workhorse or a long-haul giant, we’ve got you covered—literally.
Our shelters are compatible with a range of aircraft, including:
✈ A319, A320, A321 (NEO & CEO), A220
✈ B737 Series (Including MAX), B747, B757, B767, B777, B787
✈ A310, A330, A340, A350, A380
✈ CRJ Series, ATR42, ATR72, DASH8 (Q300, Q400), SAAB 2000
✈ C-130 Hercules, C-17 Globemaster, KC-10, KC-135, AIRBUS A400M
✈ DHC-6 Twin Otter, Embraer Series, Beechcraft King Air Series
Don’t see your aircraft listed? No problem.
We specialise in custom-built shelters tailored to your aircraft type and operational needs. If it flies, we can cover it.
No matter the aircraft, IglooMX Shelters provide a controlled, cost-effective, and rapid-deployment solution, keeping your maintenance on schedule and your fleet airborne.
Don’t let downtime dictate your operations. Enquire now and discover the difference.
IglooMX® Nose Windshield Maintenance Shelter
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Aircraft nose maintenance demands accuracy, speed, and protection—and that’s exactly what IglooMX® Nose Maintenance Shelters deliver.
Whether it’s windshield replacement, radome maintenance, nose landing gear inspection, or composite repairs, our shelters create a controlled, distraction-free environment to get the job done efficiently.
Why choose IglooMX®?
Protect Your Cockpit Avionics – Shield vital systems from the elements during windshield changes.
Work in Any Climate – Customisable heating and cooling options ensure the perfect working temperature for adhesives and sealants.
Daylight-Optimised Design – Translucent fabric delivers natural light, cutting the need for artificial lighting.
Focus Without Disruptions – A fully enclosed, weather-proof workspace that keeps maintenance crews on task and on time.
Compatible with leading aircraft models, including:
✈ A320, A319, A321 (NEO & CEO), B737, A220, E190, A350, A330, B777, B787, and more.
Need a custom-fit solution for your fleet? We’ll build it. If it flies, we can cover it.
IglooMX® Fuselage Maintenance Shelter
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Fuselage maintenance isn’t just about repairs—it’s about keeping your aircraft looking professional, functional, and airworthy without unnecessary delays. IglooMX® Fuselage Maintenance Shelters provide a controlled, on-ramp workspace that eliminates contamination risks, shields crews from the elements, and speeds up maintenance tasks.
Why Makes IglooMX® Different?
Professional-Grade Protection – Ensure a polished, professional appearance with a shelter that shields against dust, wind, and weather during decal applications, window replacements, and repairs.
Your Brand, Your Shelter – The large external surface is perfect for company logos and branding, turning your workspace into a visual statement.
Uncompromised Quality – A contaminant-free environment ensures flawless composite repairs, painting, and finishing touches, maintaining high standards.
Designed for Your Crew – Ample interior space accommodates scissor lifts, staging platforms, and access equipment, making every job more efficient.
Compatible with leading aircraft models, including:
✈ A320, A319, A321 (NEO & CEO), B737, A220, E190, A350, A330, B777, B787, and more.
Need a custom solution for your fleet? We build to fit.
IglooMX® Propeller Maintenance Shelter
Propeller maintenance is precision work, and the right environment makes all the difference.
IglooMX Propeller Maintenance Shelters provide a controlled, all-weather workspace for propeller removal, inspection, lubrication, and repair, ensuring maximum efficiency and protection for your aircraft.
The IglooMX® Advantage
Designed for Any Prop Aircraft – Custom-fit solutions for all propeller-driven aircraft, from military to civilian fleets.
Easy Access, Seamless Workflow – Quick-release rear door fittings provide wraparound nacelle access without needing on-wing maintenance.
Spacious & Crew-Friendly – Ample interior space allows for scissor lifts and staging platforms, ensuring easy access to critical components.
Temperature & Contaminant Control – Integrated ducting enables environmental regulation, ensuring optimal conditions for adhesives, sealants, and precision work.
Whether it’s windshield, nose, radome, or propeller maintenance, IglooMX® Shelters keep your operations running faster, safer, and more cost-effectively.
IglooMX® MEWP Maintenance Shelter
Every second counts in aircraft maintenance. Whether you’re performing cleaning, fuselage repairs, radome work, or decal and window applications.
The IglooMX® MEWP Maintenance Shelter provides a secure, enclosed workspace on top of your scissors lift or mobile elevated work platform, ensuring faster, safer, and more efficient operations.
How IglooMX® Keeps You Ahead
Unrestricted Aircraft Access – Designed for full 360° accessibility, allowing maintenance on slats, flaps, stabilisers, under-wing areas, and tails.
Set Up in Minutes, Not Hours – Lightweight and easy to install, requiring just one or two crew members for a hassle-free deployment.
Seamless Mobility – Drive your work platform with the shelter in place, keeping crews protected while moving between work areas.
Multi-Purpose & Modular – Features a removable top, sides, and roof, adapting to various maintenance tasks without limitations.
No matter the task, the IglooMX® MEWP Maintenance Shelter keeps your crews productive, protected, and prepared.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can IglooMX® Inflatable Aircraft Shelters be deployed?
Most shelters deploy in 15–30 minutes using onboard blowers and can be assembled by a small maintenance team.
Can inflatable shelters be used in extreme weather?
Yes. IglooMX® Inflatable Aircraft Shelters are engineered for wind, rain, heat, snow and sub-zero temperatures, used from Alaska to the Middle East.
Which aircraft types are supported?
We manufacture shelters for A319/A320/A321, A330, A350, B737 NG/MAX, B777, B787, ATR, C295, A400M and more. If you can’t see the model of the aircraft that you are looking for, please contact us. We manufacture bespoke shelters.
Are inflatable shelters suitable for AOG operations?
Yes. They are specifically designed for rapid-response AOG situations, enabling safe maintenance anywhere on the apron.
What Our Customers Say
The job could not have been done without the shelter as it was absolutely essential to have dry conditions for the particular engine. It is an amazing piece of kit!
British Midlands
A319 Engine Change Shelter
You saved our fingers in Cordova, Alaska – 3 days and 3° Fahrenheit, No Injuries! …. Thanks!
Alaska Airlines
B737 Engine Change Shelter