Airplanes are a means of transportation that in their beginnings were not white, rather the metal was left bare, Therefore, they looked silver, although today this has changed.
While it is true that there are airplanes in other colors, such as blue, orange, black, among others, which will depend on the airline, The reality is that the vast majority are partially or totally white.
There are several reasons why airlines make the decision to keep their planes white, and not precisely because of , being reasons that are completely understandable.
Reflects sunlight
One of the reasons airplanes are painted white is to reflect sunlight. Other colors will absorb most of the light. This is crucial, since when sunlight is absorbed by an aircraft, it heats the body of the aircraft.
Painting a passenger plane white minimizes both the heating and potential damage from solar radiation, not only when the plane is in flight, but also when it is parked on the tarmac, making it safer in every way.
The color remains
When flying at high altitudes, airplanes are exposed to various atmospheric conditions, and airplanes with paints of other colors tend to fade over time and therefore require repainting to maintain their aesthetic appeal.
Less unnecessary expenses
We also have the fact that paint adds significant weight to an airplane, burning much more fuel, therefore, other paints are synonymous with greater long-term expenses.
Spot signs of damage
For obvious safety reasons, commercial aircraft are regularly checked for possible surface damage such as cracks and dents, even others, to resolve problems in time.
In this regard, nothing works better than white paint, as these dents, oil spills, and other flaws are almost always dark, allowing them to be quickly identified and repaired.
Reduces bird strikes
Bird strikes are common and can be a threat, whether you believe it or not, to the safety of aircraft, and to birds in general.
White exteriors can improve aircraft visibility and potentially increase its detection and avoidance by birds.