Aircraft Paint Correction and Restoration You Can Trust

Restore Your Paint Without the Cost of Repainting

A full aircraft repaint ranges from $50,000 for a single-engine to $200,000+ for a large-cabin jet. For many aircraft, paint correction — a core specialty of our Boise aircraft detailing team — can restore 90%+ of the original appearance at a fraction of that cost. Our multi-step process removes years of oxidation, swirl marks, chemical staining, and surface defects — revealing the original color and gloss that still exists beneath the damage.

Paint correction is not just cosmetic. Oxidized paint fails to reflect UV radiation effectively, accelerating further degradation. By restoring the clear coat and applying protective sealant — or upgrading to a full ceramic coating — correction actually slows the aging process and extends the useful life of your existing paint.

The Multi-Step Correction Process

True paint correction is not a single pass with a buffer. Our multi-step process uses progressively finer compounds and polishes, each removing the marks left by the previous step while building gloss and clarity. Starting with a cutting compound that removes heavy oxidation, we progress through medium-cut and fine polish stages before applying a final finishing polish that produces a mirror-like surface.

At every stage, we monitor paint depth using electronic gauges to ensure we never remove more material than necessary. This careful, measured approach is what separates professional paint correction from amateur buffing — which can cause irreversible damage.

Idaho-Specific Paint Challenges

Aircraft based in Idaho face a unique combination of paint stressors. Summer ramp temperatures above 100°F accelerate UV oxidation. Winter de-icing chemicals attack clear coat integrity. The dry mountain air lacks humidity that helps paint retain flexibility, leading to micro-cracking. And dust from surrounding agricultural areas acts as an abrasive during ground operations.

Our correction protocols account for these regional factors, adjusting compound selection and technique based on the specific damage profile common to Idaho-based aircraft. For exposed metal surfaces, we also offer dedicated brightwork polishing to restore aluminum to a mirror finish.