Aerospace Platform Protection
Protection that flies with the mission, not against it.
In the air, weight is the enemy of every other requirement — payload, range, fuel and manoeuvrability all compete with it. CES aerospace platform protection is engineered to deliver certified ballistic protection at the lowest achievable weight, manufactured to complex 3D shapes so that armour follows the geometry of the aircraft rather than compromising it.
Our aerospace portfolio spans cockpit and seat armour, modular cabin protection and wing and exterior systems — each designed bespoke to the airframe and threat profile, as part of our wider platform protection range.
Why Choose CES Aerospace Platform Protection
Certified to aerospace quality standards. Manufactured to AS9100 and NADCAP, the standards demanded by aerospace primes and defence programmes.
Lightweight, weight-critical materials. UHMWPE, Aramid and Carbon Fibre composites deliver maximum protection at the lowest possible weight penalty to the airframe.
Complex 3D-moulded shapes. Armour is manufactured to follow the contours of the cockpit, seat, cabin or exterior, rather than forcing the airframe to accommodate flat panels.
Modular, mission-specific coverage. Protection can be applied selectively — floors, walls, ramps, seats or exterior panels — to match the mission and threat.
Suited to fixed-wing and rotary platforms. Systems are engineered across both aircraft types, from cockpit protection to cabin and ramp armour.
Cockpit & Seat Armour
Our cockpit and seat armour systems protect aircrew in the most exposed positions of the aircraft, manufactured to complex 3D-moulded shapes so protection follows the contours of the seat and cockpit structure without adding unnecessary bulk or weight.
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Modular Cabin Protection
Our modular systems extend protection through the cabin — including floors, walls and ramps — allowing coverage to be configured to the mission profile and threat environment, rather than armouring the whole airframe by default.
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Wing & Exterior Armour
Our exterior armour systems are engineered to protect critical external areas of the airframe, using lightweight composite materials that maintain aerodynamic performance while adding certified ballistic protection where it is needed most.
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Protection Standards
CES aerospace platform armour is manufactured to AS9100 and NADCAP, the aerospace industry’s recognised quality and special-process standards, and is engineered using advanced composite materials including UHMWPE, Aramid and Carbon Fibre.
Applications
- Military aviation forces operating fixed-wing and rotary aircraft in high-threat environments requiring certified cockpit and cabin protection.
- VIP and head-of-state aircraft requiring discreet, weight-optimised protection without visible modification to the airframe.
- Medevac and search-and-rescue platforms needing modular cabin and floor protection that can be reconfigured between missions.
- Aerospace OEMs and integrators seeking a certified armour partner for new-build airframes or retrofit programmes.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| System types | Cockpit & seat armour, modular cabin protection (floors, walls, ramps), wing & exterior armour |
| Quality standard | AS9100, NADCAP |
| Construction | UHMWPE, Aramid, Carbon Fibre — complex 3D-moulded shapes |
| Platform compatibility | Fixed-wing and rotary aircraft, new-build and retrofit |
| Customisation | Bespoke to airframe geometry, mission profile and threat level |
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of aerospace platform protection does CES offer?
CES offers three core aerospace systems: cockpit and seat armour, modular cabin protection for floors, walls and ramps, and wing and exterior armour — each engineered to the airframe and mission profile.
What standards is CES aerospace armour manufactured to?
Our aerospace platform protection is manufactured to AS9100 and NADCAP, the quality and special-process standards recognised across the aerospace and defence industry.
Can aerospace armour be retrofitted to an existing aircraft?
Yes. Cockpit, cabin and exterior protection systems are designed to integrate with both new-build airframes and existing aircraft as part of an upgrade or retrofit programme.
How is weight managed on aerospace protection systems?
Systems are built from lightweight composite materials — including UHMWPE, Aramid and Carbon Fibre — and manufactured to complex 3D-moulded shapes, so protection follows the airframe’s geometry rather than adding unnecessary bulk or weight.
How do I request specifications or pricing?
Detailed protection levels, test data and certification documentation are available to qualified customers. Please contact our sales team at sales@cesarmour.co.uk.
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For full technical specifications, certification documentation and tailored configuration support, contact our engineering team, or explore our wider platform protection range, including land platforms and naval platforms.
Contact our team Email: sales@cesarmour.co.uk