December 15, 2025
At BOTO, we’ve long recognized that the aerospace and aviation industry faces some of the most extreme and multifaceted corrosion challenges of any sector, which is why we’re proud to introduce our aerospace-grade salt spray test chambers—engineered exclusively to validate the corrosion resistance of critical aerospace components, from commercial aircraft aluminum fuselage panels and landing gear assemblies to satellite orbital structures and military aircraft engine turbine blades. As the aerospace industry pushes toward longer service lifespans (up to 30 years for commercial jets) and expands operations into harsh environments (coastal airfields, high-humidity tropical routes, and low-Earth orbit), traditional salt spray testing systems have failed to replicate the unique combination of stresses these components endure, including high-altitude UV radiation, extreme temperature fluctuations, hydraulic fluid exposure, and the constant mechanical fatigue of flight cycles; our aerospace-focused chambers fill this critical gap with integrated, industry-tailored testing capabilities, marking a significant leap forward in ensuring the safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance of next-generation aerospace technology.
We’ve worked closely with aerospace manufacturers and maintenance teams to identify the distinct corrosion-related hurdles that generic salt spray chambers cannot address, and the stakes here are unparalleled—even minor corrosion in aircraft components can lead to catastrophic in-flight failures, while satellite structural corrosion can end missions prematurely and cost millions in lost assets. Commercial aircraft fuselage panels, made primarily of lightweight aluminum alloys, face constant exposure to coastal salt mist during takeoffs and landings, alongside the chemical residue of de-icing fluids and the fatigue of thousands of pressurization cycles (from cabin pressure changes at high altitudes); corrosion here can compromise structural integrity, with generic salt tests unable to simulate the fatigue-corrosion synergy that leads to crack propagation. Landing gear assemblies, which bear the full weight of aircraft during takeoff and landing (up to 400 tons for large commercial jets), are exposed to runway de-icing salts, hydraulic fluid leaks, and extreme mechanical stress, with corrosion in pivot points or hydraulic lines posing immediate landing safety risks. Satellite orbital structures must resist not just salt (from upper-atmosphere saline particles) but also high-energy UV radiation and thermal cycling between -150°C and 120°C (from direct sunlight and orbital shadow), a combination that generic chambers cannot replicate and that can cause coating degradation and metal fatigue in critical support frames. Military aircraft engine turbine blades, meanwhile, face the dual threats of salt-laden air in coastal missions and the corrosive byproducts of jet fuel combustion, with corrosion here reducing engine efficiency and increasing maintenance downtime. These challenges demanded a testing system that merges salt spray exposure with aerospace-specific operational and environmental stresses, a capability we’ve built into every aspect of our new chambers.
At BOTO, we’ve designed our aerospace-grade chambers to be as flexible and accessible as they are advanced, with standard configurations shipping within 6–8 weeks and fully customized systems (tailored to specific aircraft or satellite component protocols) delivered in 10–16 weeks.
We believe that corrosion validation for aerospace components is non-negotiable when it comes to safety and mission success, and that it requires more than generic salt spray testing—it demands a system that mirrors the exact conditions these components face in the air and in orbit. Our aerospace-grade salt spray chambers merge precision engineering, industry-specific stress simulation, and regulatory compliance to address the unmet needs we’ve identified through decades of partnership with the aerospace sector, enabling our clients to catch corrosion risks before components reach the field, reduce maintenance downtime, and extend the service lifespans of critical aerospace assets. As the aerospace industry continues to push the boundaries of flight and orbital exploration, we remain committed to developing testing solutions that serve as the backbone of safe, reliable, and durable aerospace technology—protecting passengers, preserving missions, and supporting our partners’ success.
