MAAS Aviation’s paint shops have aligned training programs that combine practical and theoretical training. Credit: MAAS Aviation The supposed lack of standardized qualifications for aircraft painters ...

[Music] hello everyone and welcome back to the fluctus [Music] channel aircraft manufacturers are always looking for ways to reduce the weight of the aircraft and there are good reasons for that the ...

The paint industry continues to develop lighter-weight, more durable and faster-drying coatings for aircraft applications as airlines and business aircraft owners insist upon faster turnaround times ...

Stripping a widebody aircraft could take just 2.5 days and paint weight may be cut by 25 percent on the aircraft, company says. Much of the expense of aircraft painting stems from the labor involved.

Virtual reality training for aircraft painters is the latest application of this innovative technology. With a spray gun controller connected to a virtual reality headset and computer, trainees can ...

Considering that the Airbus A380 has a 262-foot wingspan and a length of 239 feet, painting the double-deck airliner is a monumental task. It takes 950 gallons of paint to adequately cover the outside ...

Photo Credit: Corey Culbertson is Southwest's senior manager of airframe field services and handles the airline's airplane painting schedule. Southwest Airlines / Stephen M. Keller Peeling paint is a ...