Boeing-Approved 10-Year Ceramic Coating
System X Max G+ is a Boeing-approved, professional-grade nano-ceramic coating that delivers the highest level of paint protection available in aviation. As certified System X installers, Empire applies Max G+ under our Empire Excellence tier with a 10-year manufacturer warranty.
Overview
Max G+ forms a permanent covalent bond with your aircraft's clear coat, creating a hard, hydrophobic, chemically-resistant ceramic layer. It is the flagship System X product and the coating behind Empire's Empire Excellence package — engineered for aircraft owners who want the maximum in gloss retention, contamination resistance, and long-term durability.
Applied under Empire Excellence (10-Year) with multi-stage paint correction and a System X manufacturer warranty certificate.
Technical Data
Performance
Max G+ uses a high-concentration SiO2 formulation that cross-links at the molecular level with the clear coat. Unlike waxes or sealants that sit on top of the paint and wash away, this permanent bond becomes part of the surface — delivering protection measured in years, not months.
With a 9H surface hardness, Max G+ dramatically increases resistance to wash-induced micro-marring and light surface scratching. For high-utilization aircraft that see frequent wash cycles, this hardness translates directly into longer-lasting gloss and fewer correction cycles.
The coating produces a water contact angle above 110°, causing water, de-ice fluid, and contaminants to sheet off the surface. Bug residue, exhaust soot, and environmental fallout release far more easily, cutting wash time and reducing the abrasion that dulls paint over time.
System X coatings are validated against ASTM test methods for adhesion, chemical resistance, and weathering, and Max G+ carries Boeing approval — meaning it meets the material standards demanded by commercial aerospace. This is not automotive product repurposed for aircraft; it is qualified for aviation use.
Empire is a certified System X installer. Each panel is individually coated, leveled, and inspected. Initial cure occurs in 24–48 hours with full hardness achieved around 7 days. We coordinate hangar access and scheduling around cure requirements so the coating reaches its full engineered performance.
Ideal For
Turboprops and jets with high annual utilization
Owners seeking maximum 10-year protection
Aircraft following full paint correction
Charter fleets prioritizing wash-cycle efficiency
Questions
Yes. System X Max G+ carries Boeing approval, meaning it meets the material and performance standards required for use in commercial aerospace — a level of qualification most ceramic coatings never achieve.
Under our Empire Excellence tier, Max G+ is backed by a 10-year manufacturer warranty. Real-world longevity depends on proper maintenance washing, but the coating is engineered for a decade of protection.
No. Ceramic coating is completely prohibited on Cirrus SR20/SR22 composite airframes per Service Advisory SA25-02. Max G+ is for painted metal aircraft surfaces — we never coat a Cirrus composite airframe.
Wash with pH-neutral soap and clean water, avoid abrasive compounds, and have an annual inspection. Proper maintenance preserves the hydrophobic properties and maximizes coating life.
Talk to a certified System X installer about the right ceramic protection for your aircraft.