Weather is one factor that contributes most to the aircraft's weariness. While heat, humidity, rain, wind, and snow are all factors that contribute to the aircraft attrition rate, protection of the aircraft's surface is crucial to reducing the risk and costs of aircraft maintenance, especially in the MRO industry. Sometimes a combination of factors also has its own peculiar effect on different aircraft parts and makes them more difficult to repair and maintain. Here are some factors that you might want to consider when purchasing your surface protection and treatment supplies. Find out how we can help reduce costs and increase your effectiveness in aircraft repair and maintenance. 👉 https://orapiasia.com/aviation-mro-orapi-asia/

1. To Save Cost and Increase Efficiency
WEATHER PROTECTION
FACTORS
TO CONSIDER
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2. Why?
Aircraft weariness is heavily influenced by weather
conditions like heat, humidity, rain, wind, and snow. By
navigating these conditions, aircraft will have a longer
lifespan and require less maintenance, making them
more fuel-efficient and reliable. Here are five factors to
look for and protect against.

3. Rusting
Rust usually begins as a reddish discolouration on the
surface, and if permitted to progress, it results in a
reddish brown crustiness on the metal surface. Rust is
caused when acidic substances (including water)
come in contact with metals. Prevention of the rust is
recommended as removal of the rusted surface layer
reveals the pitting. If pitted, the extent of the damage
could be difficult to remove.
Caused by:
oxygen + moisture

4. Product Recommended
Inhibited Rust Remover
Rust Off
Powerful Rust Inhibitor
Rust Killer
Fast Reacting

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Corrosion
Many people have misconception that corrosion is
rust but it’s not. Nonferrous metals are susceptible to
corrosion and once corrosion have take place,
deterioration is accelerated. As a result, it is much
worse than rust.
Caused by:
oxygen + moisture + hydrogen + an electrical
current or even dirt and bacteria

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Product Recommended
Immersion Scale & Corrosion Remover
Immerkleen
Excellent Corrosion Protection
Effective Cleaner
Effective Degreaser

7. 3
Decay of Wood
Every wood has some kind of protection coating to
protect them from the weather. It’s just matter how
long the protection coating can last. Weathering of
the structure is first indicated by a dull appearing
surface, which means that the protective film has
broken down. Be especially alert to wooden
components subject to the collection of moisture and/
or poor ventilation. Hence, a new layer of protective
coating should be reapplied before it deteriorates,
otherwise decay will occur.
Caused by:
moisture + temperature

8. Decay of Fabric
Decay of fabric is somewhat similar to the decay of
wood. If exposed to the elements, fabric absorbs
moisture and other harmful substances unless it is
protected by several applications of cellulose nitrate or
cellulose acetate, liquids commonly known as “dope.”
In time, this finish becomes brittle and develops cracks
which expose the material to the harmful effects of
ultraviolet light, dirt, oil, and mildew. As a result, the
strength of the fabric decreases to below minimum
and is no longer airworthy.
Caused by:
moisture + dirt + sunlight

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Oxidation
This condition is caused by the chemical combination
of metal and oxygen. Oxidation causes ferrous
materials such as steel or iron to rust. The oxidation of
copper, aluminium and other nonferrous materials is
usually known as corrosion.
Caused by:
oxygen

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