Dealey is currently the only company in the UK licensed to fumigate aircraft using BlueFume®. We’ll be on stand 4028 at the Farnborough Airshow to tell you all about it.
What is BlueFume®?
BlueFume® provides a unique solution for airlines, operators and maintenance providers looking to deal with infestations quickly, safely and with minimal operational disruption.
The treatment eliminates pests throughout their entire lifecycle, from eggs and larvae through to adult insects and rodents, helping ensure nothing is left behind.
One of BlueFume®’s biggest advantages is that, once the fumigation process has been completed, the gas disperses naturally.
In many cases, aircraft can be ready to hand back to you within 12 hours rather than days, helping minimise downtime and get your fleet back where it belongs.
Why talk to us at Farnborough?
The aviation industry is built on reliability. Airlines, maintenance providers and aircraft operators work tirelessly to keep aircraft safe, compliant and available for service. When an aircraft is grounded unexpectedly, even for a short period, the operational and financial consequences can be significant.
One challenge that rarely receives the attention it deserves is aircraft pest control.
While it may not be as eye-catching as the latest aerospace innovation, an aircraft pest infestation can lead to operational disruption, reputational damage, passenger complaints and regulatory concerns if it isn’t dealt with quickly and effectively.
At Dealey, we specialise in solving these complex problems. We understand the impact an infestation can have on your operation, which is why we believe it’s a conversation worth having.
That’s why we’re exhibiting at the Farnborough International Airshow for the very first time, from 20 to 24 July 2026.
You’ll find us on Stand 4028, and we’d love the opportunity to meet you.
Why we’re exhibiting at the Farnborough International Airshow
We’re excited to be attending one of the world’s leading aerospace events, bringing together airlines, manufacturers, maintenance organisations, defence companies and aviation professionals from across the globe.
There will be plenty to see during the week, from the latest aircraft technology to cutting-edge defence innovations.
Our focus is a little different.
We’ll be talking about the importance of aircraft pest control and why it’s an essential part of keeping aircraft operational, compliant and ready to fly.
Aircraft pests may not dominate the headlines, but even a relatively small infestation – even one rat – can result in unexpected downtime, disrupted schedules, expensive treatments and dissatisfied passengers. Not to mention a social media backlash.
For airlines and operators, operational resilience depends on every part of the aircraft performing exactly as it should, and that includes ensuring unwanted pests never become part of the journey.
The growing challenge of aircraft infestations
Modern aircraft travel between countries, climates and continents every day.
Unfortunately, some unwanted travellers occasionally make the journey too.
Cockroaches and rodents such as mice and rats are among the pests that aircraft operators may encounter. The enclosed design of an aircraft provides numerous places for pests to remain hidden, making detection and treatment particularly challenging.
When an infestation is discovered, operators are immediately faced with several important questions.
- How do you protect passenger confidence?
- How do you remain compliant with aviation regulations?
- How can you stop pests spreading further?
- How do you minimise aircraft downtime?
- How can you reduce disruption to flight schedules?
These are exactly the challenges we’ll be discussing with airlines, operators and maintenance providers throughout Farnborough International Airshow 2026.
What we can do to keep you in the air
Our team has spent years studying the behaviour and life cycles of insects and rodents. That specialist knowledge allows us to identify infestations quickly, recommend the most appropriate treatment and eliminate pests effectively, whatever the aircraft type or operational constraints.
Many of the projects we undertake are commercially sensitive, so discretion is an important part of the service we provide. Our clients trust us to resolve complex pest problems professionally, efficiently and with minimal disruption.
Every infestation is different. Aircraft type, pest species, the extent of the infestation and operational schedules all influence the treatment approach.
What sets Dealey apart is our understanding of the complete pest lifecycle.
Rather than relying on treatments that only target adult insects or rodents, we provide solutions that tackle every stage of development, including eggs and larvae. That means a more thorough treatment and greater confidence that the infestation has been fully resolved.
Visit Dealey at Farnborough International Airshow 2026
We’ll be on Stand 4028 throughout the week, and we’d love the opportunity to discuss how specialist aircraft pest control can help protect your operation.
Whether you’re dealing with an existing pest issue, reviewing your contingency plans or simply want to understand the options available, our team will be happy to answer your questions and explain how our treatments work.
Aircraft pest control may not always be the first topic on the Farnborough agenda, but it’s an important one for airlines, maintenance providers and operators who want to keep aircraft flying safely, efficiently and with minimal disruption.
If you’d prefer a more private conversation, that’s absolutely fine too. Get in touch before the show and we’ll arrange a dedicated meeting during the week.
We look forward to seeing you at Stand 4028 between 20 and 24 July.
