Finishing Topics
Paint and Interiors

Aircraft Paint & Finish 65 pages $14.95   A description of painting equipment, the various types of paints available, and paint booth safety procedures. Also an extensive guide to proper spray gun techniques to obtain the best possible results.

 Table of Contents

Preface
Introduction
Chapter I Metal Aircraft Finishing
A. Surface Preparation
B. Primers
C. Topcoat Systems

Chapter II Fabric Aircraft Finishing
A. Cotton and Linen
B. Polyester (Dacron, Ceconite, etc.)
C. Polyester Over Plywood
D. Fiberglass Cloth
E. Built-Up Fiberglass Structure
F. Radomes
G. Repair to Fabric Structures
H. Repair to Fabric Covered Plywood Surfaces

Chapter III Application Procedure
A. Spray Painting
B. Aircraft Painting Sequence
C. Painting Safety

Chapter IV Finishing Problems
A. Filiform Corrosion
B. Color Matching
C. Difficulties
D. Difficulties with Polyurethanes
E. Difficulties with Dope

Chapter V Special Finishes and Finishing Products
A. High Visibility Finishes
B. Wrinkle Finish
C. Flat Black Lacquer
D. Wing Walk Compound
E. Acid-Proof Paint
F. Float Bottom Compound
G. Fuel Tank Sealer
H. Seam Paste
I. High Temperature Finishes
J. Rot Inhibiting Sealer
K. Spar Varnish
L. Tube Oil
M. Thinners and Reducers
N. Rejuvenator
O. Spot Putty and Sanding Surfacer

Chapter VI Finishing Equipment
A. Paint Storage
B. Spray Booth or Spray Area
C. Air Compressors, Storage, and Distribution Lines
D. Spray Equipment
E. Respirators and Masks
F. Measuring Equipment
G. Mixing Equipment

Glossary

Final Examination

Answers to Final Examination