(featuring Mickey Mouse and some of his pals) IAC recently showcased its latest special livery aircraft for Alaska Airlines that will be soaring the skies with a touch of magic from everyone’s … [Read more...] about Alaska Airlines debuts new ‘Mickey’s Toontown’
IAC Announces Management Promotions
International Aerospace Coatings (IAC), the world’s leading commercial, military, OEM, and VIP aircraft painting company, this summer announce the internal promotion of Patrick Donnellan as Chief … [Read more...] about IAC Announces Management Promotions
IAC’s Global Growing Presence
IAC is on a growth spurt following our acquition by private equity firm Tiger Infastructure Partners. We recently opened a new widebody facility in Teruel, Spain growing our global presence. We … [Read more...] about IAC’s Global Growing Presence
IAC Paints Alaska Airlines Xa’at Kwa’ani Livery
IAC Amarillo, Texas team proudly completes Alaska Airlines most recent custom paint scheme on a Boeing 737-800. Xa’at Kwa’ani which means “Salmon People”. Salmon have a special meaning and … [Read more...] about IAC Paints Alaska Airlines Xa’at Kwa’ani Livery
IAC Paints Southwest Airlines Imua One Livery
IAC proudly completes Southwest Airlines most recent custom paint scheme on a Boeing 737MAX. Imua One is a revitalizing cry in the Hawaiian language that means encouraging forward. This is … [Read more...] about IAC Paints Southwest Airlines Imua One Livery
IAC Group acquired by Tiger Infrastructure Partners
Leading Aviation Services Provider, International Aerospace Coatings (IAC Group) acquired by Tiger Infrastructure Partners 6 December 2022: Tiger Infrastructure Partners (Tiger), a private equity … [Read more...] about IAC Group acquired by Tiger Infrastructure Partners
EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Approval
Shannon | 8th June 2021: International Aerospace Coatings (IAC ltd.) is pleased to announce we have received our approval from the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) to offer base and line maintenance … [Read more...] about EASA Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Approval
United We Stand
On April 24th, 2019, United Airlines announced to the world that they would be changing their existing livery to a new, modernized livery. Oscar Munoz, United CEO, said that day “…as we improve and … [Read more...] about United We Stand
IAC Joins Forces with United Airlines
IAC recently completed another special livery for United Airlines. The United Airlines Boeing 737-800 aircraft with a Star Wars-themed livery was painted and kept a secret at the Amarillo, Texas … [Read more...] about IAC Joins Forces with United Airlines
We’ve Done it Again
Amarillo, Texas - one of the 10 IAC facilities - has done it again! In partnership with United Airlines IAC has completed the two “Her Art Here” liveries which were designed by California Tsungwei Moo … [Read more...] about We’ve Done it Again
IAC Victorville Wins with Horizon Air
In 2019 Horizon Air was awarded their 12th Consecutive JD Powers Award…and had this to say about IAC’s : “Horizon Air sincerely appreciates International Aerospace Coatings dedication to customer … [Read more...] about IAC Victorville Wins with Horizon Air
Alaska Airlines’ Newest Painted Pixar-Themed Aircraft
(along with a few well-known faces) IAC recently showcased its latest special livery aircraft for Alaska Airlines that offers a whimsical tribute to Disneyland’s “Pixar Pier” at the California … [Read more...] about Alaska Airlines’ Newest Painted Pixar-Themed Aircraft
2019: The Year of the Special Livery
IAC shows that with the right people, systems and capacity, any livery is possible. If you’re an #AvGeek like us, this article is for you! In the course of IAC’s 30+ years, the company has … [Read more...] about 2019: The Year of the Special Livery
IAC Receives ISO 14001 Environmental Accreditation at Fort Worth and Amarillo, Texas Facilities
Irvine, Calif. – June 5, 2019 - International Aerospace Coatings Inc., or IAC, the world’s largest aviation painting company, has officially received its ISO 14001:2015 certification. This standard … [Read more...] about IAC Receives ISO 14001 Environmental Accreditation at Fort Worth and Amarillo, Texas Facilities
International Aerospace Coatings is Proud to be A Part of United Airlines DC-8 Restoration Project at the USC Science Center
Science students in the US are getting a daily dose of inspiration from a retired United Airlines Douglas DC-8 aircraft which has been lovingly restored. After flying more than 18 million miles in … [Read more...] about International Aerospace Coatings is Proud to be A Part of United Airlines DC-8 Restoration Project at the USC Science Center
IAC Paints Horizon Air’s Retro Livery
Early this year IAC’s Victorville, CA facility was selected to paint Horizon Air’s retro livery celebrating the company’s regional launch back in 1981. Now the Alaska Airlines-owned carrier is … [Read more...] about IAC Paints Horizon Air’s Retro Livery
IAC ANNOUNCES SENIOR LEADERSHIP CHANGES IN NORTH AMERICA
Robert Lummus appointed President of IAC North America; Paul Dunphy assumes role as Senior Vice President of Operations; John Patterson moves to VP of Operations/General Manager of Victorville … [Read more...] about IAC ANNOUNCES SENIOR LEADERSHIP CHANGES IN NORTH AMERICA
IAC Paints the First of United Airlines’ New Livery
United Airlines has been on a journey to transfer its brand and IAC is proud to be along for the ride! Together with United, Akzo Nobel and Avion Graphics we were able to accomplish an impeccable … [Read more...] about IAC Paints the First of United Airlines’ New Livery
Meet International Aerospace Coatings (IAC) at Jobs Expo Galway 16th February 2019
We’re happy to announce that International Aerospace Coatings will be exhibiting at Jobs Expo Galway Ireland. We will be talking to anyone interested in career opportunities in our company. Come and … [Read more...] about Meet International Aerospace Coatings (IAC) at Jobs Expo Galway 16th February 2019
Updates In Amarillo, Texas
IAC’s Amarillo, Texas facility received support this year to give one of IAC’s oldest paint facilities a facelift. The Amarillo Rick Husband International Airport provided new paint for the outside … [Read more...] about Updates In Amarillo, Texas
New Livery for Sun Country
IAC was pleased to be a part of the transformation of the first Sun Country Boeing 737-800 aircraft into the new employee chosen livery. Sun Country put a fun spin on the creation of the new branding … [Read more...] about New Livery for Sun Country
That’s a Wrap NBAA 2018
The 2018 Business Aviation Convention & exhibition took place in Orlando, Florida with more than 1100 exhibitors & 26,000 attendees. IAC has now exhibited at NBAA for now 14 consecutive … [Read more...] about That’s a Wrap NBAA 2018
Hiring Continues to Rise!
When seasonal or other immediate needs arise, IAC ramps up hiring within a short period of time! Recently, our site administrators have been doing just that, hiring 65 painters during our August … [Read more...] about Hiring Continues to Rise!
MRO Europe Amsterdam 2018
MRO Europe 2018 held at RAI Amsterdam attracted record crowds with over 9,000 registered attendees at Europe’s biggest aviation maintenance summit. IAC, represented by Steve Pickering, Patrick … [Read more...] about MRO Europe Amsterdam 2018
IAC completes the first aircraft painting of the 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF).
IAC customer GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) completed the first conversion of the freighter for GECAS customer West Atlantic. This is a big step in freighter conversion and with Boeing … [Read more...] about IAC completes the first aircraft painting of the 737-800 Boeing Converted Freighter (BCF).
Special Livery “Aerosmurf” Painted for Brussels Airlines
IAC’s Rome, Italy facility was thrilled to be a part of a new special livery for Brussels Airlines, dubbed “Aerosmurf,” and features the iconic Belgian smurf cartoons. Belgium’s beloved small, blue … [Read more...] about Special Livery “Aerosmurf” Painted for Brussels Airlines
Looking for a Career with IAC?
Join the IAC team and learn how to become a Journeyman Painter through IAC’s Painter Career Progression Program (PCPP). Our program is an exciting opportunity for employees to develop their skills … [Read more...] about Looking for a Career with IAC?
Southwest Celebrates IAC’s Victorville Crew with BBQ Cookout
In celebration of another successful special livery, 30 Southwest Airlines employees came down to IAC Victorville to host a BBQ cookout for more than 150 IAC employees and 30 ComAv personnel. The … [Read more...] about Southwest Celebrates IAC’s Victorville Crew with BBQ Cookout
IAC leads the Way as More Airlines Demand Base Coat/Clear Coat Exterior Paint Systems
Since the 1960s, aircraft exteriors have been coated with single stage polyurethane topcoats because of their durability and performance. The main drawback of a single stage coating is micro-erosion … [Read more...] about IAC leads the Way as More Airlines Demand Base Coat/Clear Coat Exterior Paint Systems
Come and Meet Us – MRO Americas
MRO Americas, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando - April 10th - 12th The IAC team is prepping for the biggest aviation industry event of the year - MRO Americas. Come visit booth #1017 to … [Read more...] about Come and Meet Us – MRO Americas
IAC Employee Spotlight – Keiana Henderson
Keiana Henderson has been the Quality Manager for IAC at the Victorville, California location since 2016. Keiana joined IAC (then Leading Edge) in 2007 initially working in the placard department, … [Read more...] about IAC Employee Spotlight – Keiana Henderson
IAC is Proud to Paint Southwest Airlines Custom 737 Tribute to Louisiana
IAC proudly completes Southwest Airlines most recent custom paint scheme on a Boeing 737-700 in honor of Louisiana. Back in 1979 New Orleans was the first destination outside of Texas for the then … [Read more...] about IAC is Proud to Paint Southwest Airlines Custom 737 Tribute to Louisiana
IAC Attains AS9100 Certification Globally
IAC – International Aerospace Coatings announces today that it has received AS9100 and ISO 9001:2015 certification at seven of its paint facilities globally. AS9100 is an internationally recognized … [Read more...] about IAC Attains AS9100 Certification Globally