Introduction to Aircraft Painting and Finishing
The fundamental principles, materials, equipment, and procedural workflows required for effective aircraft surface preparation, coating application, and defect troubleshooting.
Modules
7
Lessons
38
Course created by Bewengel Adem (Bon)
Module 1
Fundamentals of Aviation Paints and Finishing Materials
An introduction to the basic functions of aircraft paints, surface finish requirements, and the fundamental components and solvents that make up finishing materials.
Module 2
Paint Types, Identification, and System Compatibility
Detailed exploration of traditional and advanced aircraft coatings, identification methods for old paint systems, and principles of paint compatibility.
Module 3
Aircraft Surface Preparation, Stripping, and Priming
Comprehensive workflows for paint removal, mechanical and chemical surface preparation, and the application of corrosion-preventing primers.
Module 4
Finishing Equipment and Air Supply Systems
An overview of essential finishing equipment, including the paint booth environment, air supply systems, spray guns, and viscosity measurement tools.
Module 5
Coating Application Techniques and Workflows
Procedural workflows for applying finishes to aircraft structures, including proper spray gun operation and the overall sequence for painting an airplane.
Module 6
Trim, Markings, Decals, and Defect Troubleshooting
Techniques for finishing touches, compliance with identification mark regulations, applying decals, and troubleshooting common paint finish defects.
Module 7
Final Assessment
A comprehensive final examination covering aircraft painting principles, materials, equipment, application, and safety procedures.