Painting and Priming of a Swash Plate Assembly for Flight Safety

The swash plate assembly shown here is a device that translates input from helicopter flight controls into motion of the main rotor blades, and its function is essential to safe operation of the aircraft. This integral flight safety assembly requires various processes prior to completion. To begin, the substrate is cleaned and tested for adhesion prior to masking. Applying sealant to the seams and inserted bushings is next. Primer application and topcoat are the final process of this job, making it one of the most intricate projects we do. Quality control is essential with each step to ensure all flight safety requirements are met.