Southern Highlands Aircraft Protection & Detailing
Paint protection film, ceramic coating, and detailing for private and charter aircraft — from the studio trusted with the Southern Highlands' finest cars, now caring for aircraft with the same precision.
Aircraft Protection & Detailing
The same precision we bring to cars, now in the air.
Highlands Auto Studio has spent years protecting high-value vehicles with paint protection film, ceramic coating, and precision detailing. We're now bringing that same standard to aircraft — for owners who expect their investment cared for properly, on the ground and in the air.
We work by appointment and referral. If you'd like to talk about your aircraft, get in touch and we'll arrange a time to look it over.
Our Aviation Services
Paint Protection Film for Aeroplanes and Helicopters
Applied to high-wear areas — leading edges, fuselage sections prone to stone chips and debris strikes, and other exposed surfaces — to guard against nicks, scratches, and everyday wear without altering the aircraft's finish.
Ceramic Coating for Aircraft
A hydrophobic, UV-resistant coating that makes contaminants — bugs, exhaust soot, hydraulic fluid, grime — far easier to remove, cuts down wash frequency, and keeps the paint looking sharper for longer.
Window & Canopy Tint
UV and glare reduction for cabin glass and canopies, improving comfort for pilots and passengers on long flights.
Protects interior trims, seating, and instrumentation from sun damage and fading.
Ceramic tint film cuts heat build-up in the cabin without the dark, reflective look of older films, keeping visibility clear.
We also offer UV shift tint for cabin windows — a photochromic film that darkens in daylight for glare and privacy, then clears again at night for full visibility.
Any aviation-specific glazing or lighting regulations are confirmed with the owner/operator before installation.
Helicopter & Aeroplane Detailing
Full interior and exterior detailing, brought up to the same standard as our automotive detailing work.
Exterior detailing covers a thorough wash and decontamination, bug and residue removal from leading edges, cowls, and wheel pants, and paint correction to remove swirl marks, oxidation, and staining before any protective coating goes on.
Interior detailing covers cabin surfaces, seating, carpets, side panels, and trim — cleaned, conditioned, and finished to remove dirt, grime, and general wear from regular use.
Aviation enquiries are handled directly — no online booking, just a conversation about your aircraft.
Built on Trust, Not Transactions
We're not chasing cold leads on this one — aviation work happens through relationships. We're proud to be building ties with the local flying community, including our connection with the aero club, and we'd genuinely rather sit down and talk it through than pitch you online.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Paint protection film and ceramic coating technology can be applied to painted aircraft surfaces, with application adjusted for the specific surface material — painted aluminium, composite, or otherwise.
At Highlands Auto Studio, we assess each aircraft in person before recommending a product, so owners across the Southern Highlands NSW get an approach suited to their aircraft rather than a generic automotive treatment.
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Whether the job happens at your hangar or at our Mittagong studio depends on the aircraft type, size, and scope of work required.
At Highlands Auto Studio, we work this out with aircraft owners across the Southern Highlands NSW on a case-by-case basis, so the arrangement suits the aircraft and the owner rather than a fixed process.
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Turnaround time depends on the aircraft's size, current paint condition, and which services are being carried out — PPF, ceramic coating, tint, or detailing.
At Highlands Auto Studio, we give aircraft owners a clear timeframe after an in-person assessment, so there's no guesswork before the work begins.
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Aircraft paint systems and operating environments differ from automotive ones, so product selection and application standards matter more than on a car. Not every ceramic coating on the market is suited to every aircraft type.
At Highlands Auto Studio, we talk through the right product for your aircraft's surface and any manufacturer guidance during your assessment, rather than assuming a one-size-fits-all approach for owners across the Southern Highlands NSW.
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Cost depends on the aircraft's size, condition, and the scope of work requested, so there's no fixed rate published.
At Highlands Auto Studio, we quote aviation work after an in-person assessment, giving owners across the Southern Highlands NSW an accurate price rather than an estimate.
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Paint protection film and ceramic coating are applied in thin layers that aren't designed to meaningfully affect aircraft weight or airflow.
At Highlands Auto Studio, we're happy to discuss the specifics for your aircraft type during your assessment, so owners across the Southern Highlands NSW know exactly what's being applied and where.