AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings has unveiled a new single-coat Aerobase basecoat solution, designed to help MRO paint facilities streamline operations, improve performance, and increase throughput.
The innovative system replaces traditional two-coat applications with a validated single-coat process, reducing application time, complexity, and total film thickness while maintaining a high-quality, consistent finish across mixed fleets.
Developed specifically for the global MRO mixed fleet market, the product is certified for immediate worldwide use, allowing paint facilities to adopt the single-coat process without delay.
“The latest Aerobase development enables a validated single-coat process that simplifies application, improves consistency and delivers measurable performance benefits,” said Aurore Bournazel, Segment Manager OEM, MRO & Airlines.
“By reducing total film thickness, it also supports airlines’ efforts to lower aircraft weight, helping to reduce operating costs and associated CO₂ emissions. It’s a practical solution designed to help paint facilities do more with less – today.”
The enhanced formulation offers approximately 40% improved sag resistance compared to the original system. Combined with a cross-coat application process, it delivers the hiding power and surface finish required to replace traditional two-coat applications.
Field tests conducted in 2025 on a single-aisle aircraft showed a 36% reduction in total film thickness compared to a two-coat system, without compromising durability or appearance. The thinner finish also contributes to lower operating weight, reduced fuel burn, and associated CO₂ emissions for airlines.
AkzoNobel’s technical teams are supporting MROs with process development, validation, and applicator training to ensure consistent, repeatable results. The single-coat Aerobase solution will initially be available in the most commonly used aerospace white colors, ensuring immediate relevance for airlines and MRO operators worldwide.
Additional aircraft applications are underway with two MROs on single-aisle and wide-body aircraft, providing further real-world performance data to help airlines and MROs evaluate efficiency, weight reduction, and finish quality. The product is scheduled for global rollout throughout 2026.
