Services / Ceramic
Aircraft Ceramic Coating in Monterey, CA
Gloss locked in, contaminants kept out.
What's Included
Service Scope
Aircraft ceramic coating bonds a hard, slick protective layer to the paint that holds up far longer than wax. At AeroForm in Monterey, California, every coating starts with a full wash and decontamination, so the coating sits on clean, prepared paint rather than sealing contamination in.
A coated aircraft resists UV fading, exhaust staining, bug residue and oxidation, and it washes clean faster with less effort. That means less time on the ramp between flights and a finish that keeps its gloss across seasons on the coast and inland.
Ceramic coating suits owners who want lasting protection after a full detail, a new paint job, or a polish. Service is available at Monterey (MRY), Salinas (SNS) and Watsonville (WVI), plus Reid-Hillview (RHV) and Palo Alto (PAO) in the Bay Area. Pricing is confirmed after inspection based on aircraft size and paint condition.
Available at Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), across the Monterey Peninsula, and at SNS and WVI.
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Our Process
How We Ceramic Coat an Aircraft
Inspection
We walk the aircraft with you, note paint condition, chips, oxidation and prior coatings, and confirm which surfaces get coated.
Wash & Decontamination
A pH-neutral, aircraft-safe wash followed by iron and fallout removal lifts exhaust film, bugs and embedded grime from the paint.
Masking & Protection
Static ports, pitot tubes, sensors, seals, windows and de-ice boots are masked so product only touches painted surfaces.
Paint Refinement
Where needed, light polishing removes haze and swirl marks so the coating locks in a clear, glossy finish instead of sealing in defects.
Surface Prep Wipe
Every panel is wiped with a prep solution to strip polish oils, so the ceramic bonds directly to clean paint.
Coating Application
The coating is applied panel by panel in small sections, leveled by hand, with extra attention to leading edges, cowlings and the belly.
Cure & Final Inspection
The coating is left to cure under controlled conditions, then inspected under light for high spots before the aircraft is released.
Why Ceramic
Benefits for Aircraft Preservation
UV & Oxidation Defense
Slows the fading and chalking that sun exposure causes on the ramp, helping preserve paint and stripes for years.
Exhaust & Grime Resistance
Exhaust soot, oil film and bug residue sit on top of the coating instead of bonding to paint, so they wipe away easily.
Salt Air Protection
A sealed surface helps shield paint from the coastal moisture and salt common around Monterey and the Central Coast.
Faster, Safer Washes
Water and dirt release from a slick finish, so routine and rinseless washes take less time and less scrubbing.
Lasting Gloss
Keeps a deep, reflective shine between details, long after a wax would have worn off.
Paint Preservation
Protecting the original finish helps delay costly repaint work and keeps the aircraft looking well kept.
Recent Work
Ceramic Coating Results
Request a Detail
Schedule Ceramic Coating for Your Aircraft
Tell us about your aircraft and service needs and we'll get back to you with availability and a custom estimate. Final pricing is confirmed after aircraft inspection.
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Send your details
Aircraft type, tail number, airport and when it next flies.
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Get a scoped estimate
We confirm the work and availability for your aircraft.
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We come to you
Service is performed on-site at your hangar or ramp.
Request a Detail
Need Aircraft Detailing in Monterey, CA?
Tell us about your aircraft and the service you need. Include your tail number and takeoff time and we’ll get back to you within one business day with availability and a custom estimate.