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Cerakote® Achieves Outstanding Results in Federal Flammability Testing
August 27, 2026
Aircraft materials are expected to do more than perform during normal operation, they must also help protect passengers and crew in the unlikely event of a fire.
That's why we're proud to announce that Cerakote H Series and F Series coatings successfully passed the 45° Vertical Flammability Test in accordance with 14 CFR 25.853(a), Amendment 25-116, Appendix F, Part I(a)(1)(i). Testing was conducted by the independent aerospace laboratory, Aeroblaze Laboratory.
The coatings tested included:
All three coatings passed the Federal standard. To see the actual test results: click here.
What makes these results noteworthy?
During testing, coated 6061 aluminum panels were exposed to a minimum 1,550°F flame for 60 seconds. The test measures how a material behaves after the ignition source is removed, evaluating:
- Flame time
- Burning drips
- Drip flame time
- Burn length
The Cerakote-coated samples delivered outstanding performance:
- 0.0 second average flame time
- 0.0 second drip flame time
- 0.0 inch burn length
- No burning drips
- No damage due to combustion
For aerospace manufacturers, these characteristics are important because materials that self-extinguish and resist flame propagation can help support compliance with stringent aircraft flammability requirements.
Performance in aerospace isn't measured by durability alone. It's measured by how materials respond under the most demanding conditions.
This latest independent testing adds another layer of validated performance to Cerakote's growing portfolio of aerospace test data. For more information, reach out to us at 866-774-7628 or email us at For more information, feel free to reach out to us at 866-774-7628 or email us at info@cerakote.com .