Individual T-hangars

T-hangars typically have common walls and are part of a long building. T-hangars are the best solution for protecting your airplane because you do not have to worry about hangar rash from other airplanes parked next to yours. T-hangars a commonly shaped, but sometimes they are rectangular as well.

FBO and gang hangars

If all you can get is space in a large FBO or gang hangar, then make sure to check with the owner and users about what the policy and rules are regarding hangar use and resolution in case of hangar rash incidences. If you get a space up front near the door and the hangar is not too crowded with other aircraft, a gang hangar can be a good solution and generally, the monthly rent is less than what is paid for a T-hangar.

Corporate hangars

Corporate hangars are generally reserved for storage of business aircraft like small jets and turboprops. They are usually quite large and often feature attached offices, lounges, bathrooms, etc. Many times corporations work with the airport authority and an airport developer to build a corporate hangar.

Portable hangars

Portable hangars are typically individual T-hangars that have been prefabricated into modules at the factory, and then transported to the airport for installation. The concept is the same as mobile homes. Portable hangars have a few deficiencies and advantages not shared with conventional hangars. Portable hangars are typically installed directly on the tie down ramp using earth anchors therefore you may be subject having water run across the floor when it rains, and sometimes there are large gaps between the floor and the sidewall because of the uneven mounting surface it is easy for dirt and debris to blow into your hangar. In addition, portable hangars are often installed on a temporary basis, and subject to be moved when needed by the landlord. If you get a portable hangar be sure to check into the land lease conditions very carefully.

Because portable hangars are portable they can sometimes not be subject to all the building permits and regulations that pertain to conventional hangars. By sidestepping the permit process, portable hangars can be put in quickly and inexpensively. Be very careful with this issue as it varies county to county and many airports are no longer allowing portable hangars on the field without proper building permits.

Shade hangars

Shade hangars are simply a roof help up by poles. There are not too many of them around because they cost about 75% as much as a conventional row of good T-hangars.

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