Professional Aircraft Ceramic Protection
System X Pro+ is a professional-grade ceramic coating delivering durable gloss, hydrophobic performance, and contamination resistance for aircraft based across the San Francisco Bay Area. It is the foundation of the Empire Shield tier, a proven System X chemistry installed by certified technicians at airports from San Jose (KSJC) to Concord (KCCR), Livermore (KLVK), Hayward (KHWD), and Napa (KAPC). Pro+ brings genuine ceramic protection within reach for every aircraft owner.
Overview
Pro+ delivers the core benefits of System X ceramic technology in a package ideal for owners who want genuine ceramic protection without a decade-long commitment. A hard, hydrophobic, chemically resistant layer bonds permanently to the paint, outperforming any wax or sealant on the market. It is the chemistry behind the Empire Shield tier, and Empire Aircraft Detailing installs it at airports across the San Francisco Bay Area. Whether you fly a Bonanza out of Reid-Hillview, a Cirrus Vision Jet from San Jose, or a King Air from Buchanan Field, Pro+ gives your aircraft real ceramic performance backed by a certified installer and a 2-year warranty.
Applied under Empire Shield (2-Year) with chemical decontamination, single-layer certified ceramic application, LED-inspected coverage, and a 2-year warranty. Mobile service at every Bay Area airport.
Technical Data
Performance
Pro+ shares the same SiO2 ceramic foundation as the wider System X line. It bonds to the clear coat to create a protective ceramic layer that outperforms any wax or sealant on durability and hydrophobic behavior. For Bay Area aircraft that contend with coastal salt air, marine fog, and intense summer UV, that chemical bond matters far more than any spray-on protectant.
Pro+ provides 9H surface hardness, improving resistance to wash marring and light scratching versus uncoated paint. For aircraft that go through regular wash cycles at busy airports like KSJC and KRHV, this means the paint stays glossier longer and requires fewer correction cycles over the ownership period.
A water contact angle above 100 degrees means water, contaminants, and fluids bead and release readily during rain or washing. Bug residue, exhaust soot, and hydraulic fluid overspray come off with minimal effort, reducing wash time and the surface abrasion that degrades unprotected paint over time.
As certified System X installers, we apply Pro+ as a single-layer ceramic over a decontaminated, properly prepared surface, inspected panel by panel for even coverage and finish. The application is completed in a single day for most piston and small turboprop aircraft, getting you back in the air faster.
Pro+ is ideal for owners evaluating ceramic benefits before committing to a decade-long coating, or for aircraft approaching a planned repaint within a few years where a 2-year protection window fits the ownership plan. Many of our Bay Area clients start with Empire Shield Pro+ and later upgrade to Empire Excellence Max G+ once they experience the difference ceramic makes.
Ideal For
Owners new to ceramic coating who want to experience the benefits before a longer commitment
Aircraft approaching a planned repaint in 2 to 3 years
GA piston singles, high-performance aircraft, and light turboprops
Flight schools and aircraft partnerships looking for durable, easy-clean protection
Budget-conscious owners wanting genuine ceramic performance at an accessible price point
Questions
Both are System X ceramic coatings with 9H hardness. Max G+ is the flagship product applied in multiple layers under Empire Excellence with a 10-year warranty. Pro+ is a single-layer application under Empire Shield with a 2-year warranty. Pro+ is a great entry point to ceramic protection for owners who want real performance without a decade-long commitment.
Under our Empire Shield tier, Pro+ is backed by a 2-year warranty, with real-world longevity depending on maintenance washing practices. Many owners see strong performance beyond the warranty period with proper care.
We quote each project individually based on aircraft size, paint condition, and preparation requirements. Contact us at (510) 398-3156 or book a consultation for a personalized estimate.
Absolutely. Many owners start with Pro+ under Empire Shield and step up to Max G+ under Empire Excellence at their next major detail or when they decide on a longer ownership horizon. We will advise the right path for your aircraft and timeline.
No. Ceramic coating is completely prohibited on Cirrus SR20 and SR22 composite airframes per Service Advisory SA25-02. We never ceramic coat a Cirrus composite airframe. Pro+ is for painted metal aircraft surfaces only.
We provide mobile ceramic coating installation at every major Bay Area airport, including San Jose (KSJC), Reid-Hillview (KRHV), Buchanan Field (KCCR), Livermore (KLVK), Hayward (KHWD), Napa (KAPC), Palo Alto (KPAO), San Carlos (KSQL), Oakland (KOAK), and SFO. We come to your hangar or tie-down.
Not every aircraft needs a 10-year coating commitment. If you are planning a repaint in the next two to three years, or if you are new to ceramic protection and want to experience the benefits firsthand before going all-in, Pro+ under the Empire Shield tier is the right choice. It delivers real SiO2 ceramic performance at a price point that makes sense for GA owners, flight schools, and aircraft partnerships across the Bay Area. Empire installs Pro+ at your hangar anywhere from San Jose International (KSJC) and Reid-Hillview (KRHV) to Palo Alto (KPAO), San Carlos (KSQL), Hayward (KHWD), and Livermore (KLVK). Our mobile setup means no ferry flights, no scheduling around paint shop availability, and no downtime beyond the application day itself. You keep flying while the coating reaches full cure.
The Empire Shield process starts with a thorough chemical decontamination to strip embedded contaminants, iron particles, and oxidation from the paint surface. Once the surface is clean and smooth, we apply a single layer of System X Pro+ panel by panel, leveling each section and inspecting under LED light for complete, even coverage. For most piston singles, high-performance aircraft, and small turboprops, the entire application is completed in a single working day. Initial cure begins immediately, with the coating reaching handling hardness in 24 hours and full hardness within approximately 7 days. We provide detailed aftercare instructions and recommend our maintenance wash program to keep the hydrophobic properties performing at their best. Every Empire Shield application includes documentation and is backed by a 2-year warranty through our certified System X installer status.
Talk to a certified System X installer about the right ceramic protection for your aircraft.