Aircraft Surface Coating Interaction with Aircraft Deicing/Anti-Icing Fluids AIR6232

DOI: https://doi.org/10.4271/AIR6232

Issuing Committee: G-12ADF Aircraft Deicing Fluids

Publisher: SAE International

Pages: 18

Rationale: This SAE Aerospace Information Report (AIR) provides a description of screening methods for verifying whether aircraft surface coatings have adverse effects on aircraft deicing/anti-icing fluid performance as published in the holdover time guidelines. The surface coatings include thin film coatings, typically less than 1 mil (0.0254 mm) thick and sometimes called paint sealants or protectants, as well as bulk coatings that are typically greater than 2 mils (0.0508 mm) thick. Although recommended performance criteria have been outlined, ultimately, the interpretation of the test results outlined in this document will be left to the discretion of the aircraft operator.