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Old 30th Jul 2014, 10:11
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Originally Posted by KatSLF
Why would leading edge not be primed? if it's painted it needs undercoat, doesn't it?
Wing leading edges on most modern passenger jets are not painted. (Same for the stabiliser and engine cowl leading edges) Hence no primer. It's to do with them being heated to prevent ice build up. Bare metal conducts heat better. Or so a 767 wrench-monkey told me.

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