E-Valence APD

E-valence APD – Aircraft Paint Protection & Drag Reduction Coating

Boost Performance. Protect Surfaces. Reduce Drag.

E-Valence APD (Anti-Parasite Drag) is a next-generation aircraft paint protection solution engineered for aviation, motorsport, and high-performance vehicles. This Multi-layered, polymer-based coating forms a thin shield over painted and metal surfaces, reducing drag, repelling contaminants, and enhancing fuel efficiency.

Whilst designed for the aviation and motor racing community, it has protection and repellent capabilities that benefit other transport fields. Correctly applied, it significantly reduces parasite build-up on aircraft, cars, caravans, RVs, and boats.

Any parasite splash that may occur can easily be removed with water. More stubborn debris may be easily removed with the appropriate E-Valence wash product or E-Valence Tar Rubber & Bug Remover.

Water-based APD is best applied with Super-Soft Water and a soft wax sponge. Alternatively, it may be sprayed onto the surface using a paint gun. To be effective, it must be dried off immediately.

Cars, boats, bikes, and aircraft should be thoroughly cleaned and polished with Intermediate Polish before applying APD.

Key Benefits – More Than Just a Paint Protector

• Up to 68% drag reduction on aircraft and race cars
• Improves fuel efficiency by up to 8.5% (field-tested on Robinson R66)
• Protects paint & Metal surfaces from wear, corrosion, and microcracks
• Repels insects, debris & environmental build-up by up to 90%
• Eco-Safe & biodegradable, with 12-month durability.
• Ideal for aircraft, luxury cars, boats, bikes, caravans, and RVs

The Aviation Advantage

• Ultra-thin  ~0.5 micron dried film
• Lightweight (~50g per litre)
• Forms a flexible, breathable bond that resists water but allows condensation to escape
• Requires only ~12l to treat an A320
• Fast application – single-engine aircraft can be treated in just 20 minutes

Proven Performance

✓ 7% fuel saving at cruise (field-tested on Robinson R66)

✓ Measurable speed advantage vs untreated aircraft

✓ Reduces cleaning frequency – dirt rinses off with water

✓ Outperforms crystalline (ceramic) coatings by flexing with structural movement

Extends the life of Aircraft Paint

The application’s life span is naturally dependent on usage.

It is formulated to maintain effectiveness for twelve months before degrading (after all, it is biodegradable.) This period can be considerably longer when applied to equipment in a stored facility.

The application may be topped up at any time during the twelve-month period. The new applications build on and seamlessly bond with any previous applications. Topping up the leading edges of the aircraft is recommended.

It is recommended that the surface be washed thoroughly with E-Valence Aviation Wash and corrected with Intermediate Polish if necessary before applying APD.

Responsible Science by E-Valence

Our technology avoids harmful silicones, ensuring safe, non-toxic protection for painted, carbon fibre, ceramic, and metal surfaces.

E-Valence products are designed for performance without compromising environmental or human safety.

E-Valence APD is the intelligent choice for pilots, race teams, and premium vehicle owners seeking high performance surface protection and measurable efficiency gains.