Power & Charging Essentials
- Multi-charging cables (Lightning, microSD, USB-C) + USB adapter for older models
- 6-ft USB extension cable
- 120V 1-to-3 outlet splitter (great for laptops or the Laveo Dry Flush toilet)
Maintenance & Upkeep
- Can opener (for oil cans)
- Funnel cap & disposable funnels for clean refueling
- Case of Shell Aeroshell oil (stock up before you need it!)
- Aircraft fuel tester AFT-1 (minimizes spills)
- Tire pressure monitoring system (real-time data for rear tires)
- Digital tire pressure gauge
- Nitrogen tank (40ft) + regulator for tire refills
Safety & Emergency Gear
- Portable pulse oximeter (monitor oxygen levels at altitude)
- Revere Aero Elite 6-person raft (essential for overwater flights)
- Jet Shades (blocks glare & prevents cockpit sunburn)
- Fireproof gloves & fireproof bag/box
- Small first aid kit
- Dashcam or cockpit camera (for documentation & flight safety)
- Joined static port plugs set with cord
Cabin Comfort & Convenience
- Laveo Dry Flush toilet
- Toilet paper (for the above)
- Travel John (if you prefer a portable option)
- Small water bottles & snacks for passengers
- Pasteurized small bottles of coffee (for long flights)
- Box of tissues
Weight & Balance Solutions
- Scuba divers’ 6lb lead mesh weights (adjusts CG for heavy rear loads)
Storage & Organization
- Metal storage cabinet (72” x 36” x 18” for carpets, covers, cargo nets, etc.)
Cleaning & Cabin Care
- Eufy Clean HomeVac H20 (portable USB-C mini vacuum)
- Wipes/soft cloths for removing soot from engine exhaust
- Microfiber cloths (use as door mats, for cleaning, and spill mop-ups)
- Plastic box with Prist plexiglass cleaner & microfiber cloths (for windshield care)
- Box of nitrile gloves
Backup & Utility Items
- Extra key copies (just in case you lose them!)
- Tow bar (for small airports that lack the proper equipment)
- Handheld radio (for ATIS & clearance pre-start)
- Spare AAA & AA batteries (for headsets, flashlights, etc.)
- Hixon rechargeable lithium AA batteries (great for Bose A20 headsets)
- Extra tow pins (avoid getting stranded without one)
- Link for tow pins ($10)
Miscellaneous Must-Haves
- Placard for Brakes On/Off (AVEX gives them for free, ask maintenance on your next visit)
- Flashlight/electric lighter combo
- Heavy-duty 100-ft extension cable
- White Lightning GPU (for long database updates)
- 1/8-inch thick tape for passenger door (prevents CAS door error)
- iPad mount (various options available online)
- Etekcity portable digital luggage scale (weighs passenger luggage)
- Ziploc bags (gallon-size—tons of uses!)
Top 45 Must-Have Items for Your TBM
