Planes and helicopters are very complex machines with many delicate components. The safe operation of an aircraft is directly dependent on the level of care and maintenance that has been afforded to the aircraft. In the world of aviation particularly, the structural integrity of the fuselage is essential. Let’s have a look at why aircraft corrosion protection is so important.
Aircraft & Preventive Maintenance
Safety compliance is an imperative part of aircraft maintenance. Pilots and technicians must identify any signs that will require the aircraft to undergo maintenance or potential repairs before it is flight-ready. All aircraft, as stated by the Federal Aviation Administration, must undergo regular inspections.
Aircraft Corrosion
While corrosion can also occur inside the cabin of an aircraft, this article will strictly refer to corrosion occurring on exterior aircraft surfaces. The exterior surfaces of an aircraft are the most vulnerable to corrosion, and with Permagard, you can prevent corrosion and prolong the lifespan of your aircraft by protecting its paint.
Types of Corrosion
Oxidation
Oxidation occurs because the outer metal covering is exposed to oxygen in the atmosphere. It tends to happen uniformly across unpainted metallic surfaces and is sometimes referred to as uniform surface corrosion. It usually starts as a white discoloration but can lead to orange rust (iron oxide) or white corrosion (aluminum oxide).
Intergranular Corrosion
In certain types of alloys, such as zinc alloys, this kind of corrosion causes a breaking down of the alloy at a micro level. A separation between the grains of the alloy occurs which weakens the metallic structure. Once this has been identified, it is already too late to repair the component, so it must be removed, discarded, and replaced.
Deposit or Crevice Corrosion
This type of corrosion occurs wherever there is a crevice formed by the natural joins between panels. Such areas where dirt may deposit are at the join of the wings to the fuselage or at the right angles between horizontal and vertical stabilizers. Deposits of oil on the underside of planes can also cause significant corrosion, if left untreated. Moisture and other chemical pollutants can get stuck in these areas, which will eventually cause a chemical breakdown of the paint, and even the metal surfaces, if left untreated.
Why is Aircraft Corrosion Such a Problem?
The Cost & Aesthetic of Aircraft
Aircraft are investments that need to be cared for and well-maintained to operate at the best capacity.
A good-quality paint is costly to apply to an aircraft. The paint’s primary role is to protect the structure, and its secondary role is to beautify the asset. If the paint becomes compromised from oxidation, erosion, or chemical attacks, the role of the paint, which is protect the substrate from corrosion, may be diminished or completely negated. The cost of repairing corrosion far exceeds the cost of protecting your paint. Therefore, using Permagard to protect the integrity of your paint virtually pays for itself, as the paint’s role of protecting the substrate from corrosion is maximized. The cost and the downtime needed to remedy corrosion issues far exceeds the cost and downtime needed to Permagard your aircraft.
Permagard is incredibly effective at negating the effects of corrosion by protecting the paint and providing a durable depth of shine and gloss to preserve the aesthetic of any aircraft.
Corrosion Protection Designed Specifically For Aircraft
Permagard is an excellent product to use on your plane or helicopter. Permagard brightens and vivifies all painted surfaces on any aircraft, and provides protection against corrosion, oxidation, UV rays, and acid rain, among many others. The durable and effective sacrificial layer formed once the product bonds to your paint is due to our Reactive Polymer’s curing process called, “cross-linking”. It results in a strongly linked chain of ionic bonds that provides maximum protection from the elements, while protecting 100% of your aircraft’s original paint, without modifying its specifications, and bringing a shine that is unrivaled for aircraft paint protection.
Filling In The Gaps
While it is not visible to the naked eye, all painted surfaces have microscopic pores. Over Time, all paintwork loses its luster, which can cause chipping and cracking to form. These micro-cracks allow moisture and other contaminants to seep in and eventually corrode the metallic surfaces underneath.
Permagard is unique in that the specific formulation of our Reactive Polymer allows the product to fill in the microscopic pores of the paint. Once the polymer has cured, the Reactive Polymer’s molecules change shape, become elongated, and interlock to form a strong durable barrier over the treated painted surface.
Additional Benefits of Corrosion Protection
The specific benefits of Permagard offer a lot to aircraft owners and include:
Permagard’s Signature Wet-Look Effect – This effect is given by the ultra-slick appearance that is created by the Reactive Polymer on a microscopic scale. The treated surface will always have that just rained-on clear and shiny look.
Smooth Surface – The physical smoothness of the surface creates an exterior with a very low drag coefficient. This helps to reduce aerodynamic friction and also assists with aircraft washes and wipe-downs.
Seals & Protects Paint Surface – Most importantly, all painted surfaces that have been treated with Permagard, produce a transparent coating that fully shields your aircraft’s paintwork. Permagard can add years of effective protection to the underlying materials of all painted surfaces.
Makes Colors Pop – Permagard vivifies and brightens paint colors, bringing rich color depth and deep contrasts to produce a durable shine and gloss that cannot be matched by competitive products.
The reason that Permagard can offer these exceptional benefits for aircraft paint protection is because all of our products are proudly made in the USA, and manufactured in Miami, Florida.
We are also ISO-9001 certified, which means that we adhere to the strict standards set by the Quality Management System (QMS). No other aircraft paint protection manufacturer is ISO-9001 certified.
Call Permagard To Get Your Aircraft Treated Today!
If you want the best corrosion paint protection available in the aviation market, Permagard is here to provide that to you. We know how serious corrosion can be for any aircraft and that is why Permagard was formulated to fully protect your aircraft’s painted surfaces against it. Call us today at 305-662-5070, and don’t wait any longer! It’s time to shine and see yourself in your brand!