Course Overview

Preparation of Aircraft Surfaces for Coating

This course introduces trainees to the standard procedures, tools, chemical materials, and safety protocols required to inspect, clean, strip, treat corrosion, fill surface irregularities, and seal aircraft components in accordance with technical manuals and industry standards.

Modules

7

Lessons

41

Course created by Bewengel Adem (Bon)

Module 1

Foundations of Aircraft Surface Cleaning

Explore the foundational importance, methods, materials, and essential precautions for cleaning aircraft surfaces to prevent coating defects.

Module 2

Advanced Cleaning Procedures and Post-Treatment

Master the specific procedures for cleaning aircraft exterior surfaces, parts, and components before and after coating applications.

Module 3

Aircraft Coating Removal Principles and Practices

Understand the safe and environmentally compliant methods for removing coatings from aircraft and components, including chemical stripping and mechanical blasting.

Module 4

Corrosion Identification and Removal Protocols

Discover how to identify signs of corrosion, adhere to maintenance manuals, and safely utilize chemical and mechanical methods for corrosion treatment.

Module 5

Filling Dents and Correcting Surface Irregularities

Learn the correct procedures, materials, and safety protocols for filling dents in aircraft components prior to applying surface coatings.

Module 6

Sealing Seams, Joints, and Final Preparation

A comprehensive guide to sealing seams and joints, ensuring structural integrity and preventing environmental ingress before the final finish.

Module 7

Final Assessment

Comprehensive assessment covering surface cleaning, coating removal, corrosion treatment, dent filling, and sealing procedures.