Heat, air conditioning, lighting, engine heaters, security cameras—there’s big convenience in controlling these hangar systems remotely. There are two approaches to modern hangar automation: DIY with off-the-shelf tech or purpose-built aviation solutions.
Which you choose depends on budget, of course, because a DIY setup might cost around $500 for the hardware plus a cellular data plan. A fully integrated system, like HangarBot, could run over $2500, plus installation and monthly fees, while simpler systems that control an engine preheater might be substantially less. Here’s a primer to get you started.