As aircraft increasingly adopt composite materials for weight reduction, traditional metal surface treatments are being replaced or adapted. This shift creates new demands and innovations in the surface treatment market.

According to Stratview Research, the aircraft surface treatment market is likely to grow at a decent CAGR during 2021-2026 to reach USD 671.6 million in 2026.

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Drivers:

• Rising Use of CFRP and GFRP: Composite materials are widely used in wings, fuselages, and interiors, requiring unique surface treatments.
• Demand for Lightweight Coatings: Treatments must preserve the lightweight benefits of composite structures.
• Improved Bonding for Paint and Adhesives: Surface preparation is critical for paint adhesion and structural bonding in composites.

Challenges:

• Surface Incompatibility: Many chemical processes suitable for metal are unsuitable or harmful to composites.
• Higher Sensitivity to Contaminants: Composites require cleaner environments and more precise surface prep techniques.

Opportunities:

• Plasma and Laser Treatments: Dry surface preparation methods offer excellent results without damaging composite fibers.
• Conductive Coatings: Address static discharge concerns in non-metallic aircraft structures.

Trends:

• Hybrid Coating Systems: Combining traditional and composite-compatible layers for mixed-material aircraft.
• Non-Destructive Testing Integration: Real-time monitoring of coating quality and thickness is becoming standard.

Conclusion:

The rise of composite aircraft presents both challenges and opportunities for surface treatment technologies. Specialized solutions are essential for maximizing durability and performance of next-gen aircraft.