Understanding Your Aircraft Footprint

The aircraft footprint is the amount of floor space an aircraft occupies, determined primarily by its length and wingspan (and sometimes factoring in height for hangar clearance). Accurately calculating your aircraft’s footprint helps in planning for storage, maintenance, and compliance with hangar regulations.

Hangar Space Selection: Knowing your exact footprint ensures you choose a hangar that comfortably accommodates your plane, preventing damage and operational difficulties.

Cost Management: Hangar pricing often depends on the space required. An accurate footprint helps avoid overpaying for excessive space or underestimating and running out of room.

Regulatory Compliance: Many airports have specific guidelines and safety standards for aircraft storage. Having precise measurements helps meet these requirements.

Length: Measured from the tip of the nose (including the radome or spinner) to the tail cone.

Wingspan: The distance from one wingtip to the other (including any winglets).

Height (if needed): Measured from the ground to the highest point on the aircraft (e.g., tail fin).

Enter your aircraft's dimensions using the Footprint Calculator

Go to the Calculator Page: https://www.hangardirect.com/calculator/aircraft-footprint

Easily get an estimate of the square footage your aircraft occupies.

Navigate to the Calculator Page: https://www.hangardirect.com/calculator/aircraft-footprint 

Select or Enter Your Dimensions:

Option A: Choose from the dropdown if your aircraft model is listed.

Option B: Enter the length, wingspan, and height manually.

PIREP: Remember that you may need extra space for equipment, maintenance access, or maneuverability within the hangar!