What are the different types of aircraft fabric?
Currently there are three brand names of Dacron/Polyester aircraft fabric available: Superflite, Ceconite, and PolyFiber. All of the technical specifications for Ceconite and PolyFiber are identical and they are produced by the same company, Consolidated Coatings. Almost all modern aircraft fabric is made from polyester. If you are building a fabric-covered aircraft, you have multiple fabrics to choose from: polyester, Dacron, Stits, Ceconite, Poly-Fiber, Superflite or Oratex.
What fabric is used in aircraft?
Polyester and nylon fabrics are commonly used in aircraft interiors for seat covers, carpets, and other upholstery. These textiles offer durability, ease of cleaning, and fire retardancy, making them ideal for high-traffic areas within the cabin. In addition to wool blends, synthetic leather is also commonly used in modern aircraft. This material offers a sleek appearance, high durability, and a lower long-term cost of maintenance compared to traditional woven fabrics.