CNC Routers for the Aviation Industry

Precision Engineering for Aerospace Excellence

Elevate Your Aerospace Production with Opus CNC

In the aviation industry, there’s no room for error. Whether you’re cutting honeycomb composites for aircraft panels, routing aluminium for structural parts, or producing precision cabinetry for interiors, Opus CNC routers deliver the accuracy, repeatability, and robust build quality needed for flight-ready results. Our machines are trusted by aerospace fabricators, aircraft refitters, MRO operations, and interior design teams across the UK.

Why Do Aviation Professionals Trust Opus CNC?

Multi-Material Capability

Our CNC routers are designed to cut a wide range of aerospace-approved materials, including: -Aluminium & aluminium honeycomb
-Carbon fibre & GRP (with suitable tooling)
-Phenolic panels & composites
-Plastics & engineering polymers (HDPE, Delrin, ABS)
-Aircraft-grade plywood & sandwich panels
-Foams used for insulation and bulkheads

Micron-Level Precision

Aerospace tolerances are tight. Our routers are equipped with high-performance servo motors, ball screws, and helical rack & pinion systems to ensure consistent, high-accuracy performance across full sheet jobs — even under high load or speed.

Increased Productivity

With automatic tool changing, powerful vacuum hold-down, and seamless CAD/CAM integration, you can significantly reduce production time without sacrificing accuracy.

Built for Continuous Operation

Our heavy-duty steel frames, Italian HSD spindles, and industrial-grade components are designed for long hours and high-output environments, typical in aviation manufacturing and prototyping labs.

Aerospace & Aviation CNC Applications

Composite sheet routing (e.g. Nomex, phenolic, honeycomb)
Aluminium plate machining (dashboards, panels, brackets)
Interior cabinetry for private jets, helicopters & VIP lounges
Cockpit panels, console cutouts & instrumentation slots
Aircraft seating structures & composite backplates
Lightweight floor panel routing
Acoustic/thermal insulation material processing
Stowage compartment framing & bulkhead cutouts
Templates and jigs for component alignment or repair

What’s Included?

Full delivery, installation, and commissioning
Industrial vacuum system and dust extraction
Dust extraction system
In-person training for your fabrication team
Ongoing support from UK-based CNC engineers
2-year parts and labour warranty

Your questions answered

FAQ for Aviation CNC

Can your CNC routers cut aluminium for aviation brackets and frames?

Yes. With proper tooling and lubrication, our routers can handle aircraft-grade aluminium sheet and plate for panels, mounts, and housings — delivering a clean, burr-free edge ready for secondary processes.

Do your routers support aerospace composite materials like Nomex or phenolic?

Absolutely. Both Olympus and Pegasus machines are well-suited for these materials. Using specialised compression or downcut tooling, you’ll achieve clean cuts while avoiding tear-out and surface chipping — critical for fire-rated interior panels and weight-saving floor systems.

Can your machines produce interior furniture and storage for planes or helicopters?

Yes. Many aircraft interior refitters use our routers to produce lightweight cabinets, seating modules, armrests, galley panels, and storage solutions using veneered ply, phenolic board, or fire-retardant MDF.

Is your CNC suitable for low-volume or prototyping in aviation?

Definitely. Our machines are just as effective for one-off prototyping and testing as they are for batch production, making them ideal for R&D teams, prototype shops, and small MRO outfits.

Aerospace Material Compatibility

Material	Aviation Use	Compatible?
Aluminium sheet/plate	Dash panels, brackets, structural parts	✅ Yes
Phenolic composites	Fire-rated interior panels, bulkheads	✅ Yes
Honeycomb cores (Nomex)	Floor panels, hatches, non-structural skins	✅ Yes
Carbon fibre panels	Lightweight reinforcement components	✅ Yes
Polycarbonate & acrylic	Cockpit glazing, instrumentation windows	✅ Yes
Fire-retardant MDF	Aircraft cabinetry and trim	✅ Yes
HDPE & engineering plastics	Insulation, fairings, tray components	✅ Yes

Typical Productivity Gains with Opus CNC

Task	Manual or Traditional Method	With Opus CNC Router
Panel nesting and cutout marking	Manually measured and jigsaw cut	Digitally nested, repeatable and accurate
Aluminium part production	Bandsaw + drill	Clean profiles with toolpath-controlled holes
Interior cabinet production	Templates and hand routing	CAD-designed, perfect every time
Dashboard or console cutouts	Drilled and milled manually	CNC-machined with perfect fitting

Recommended Machines for Aviation Sector

Olympus ATC
CNC Router

Tool Change Type: Linear 8 x ISO 30 Automatic Tool Change
Spindle: 9kW HQD Air-cooled Quick-release Spindle
Drives: Delta Servo Drives
Motors: Delta Servo Motors
Control System: Opus PRO Hand Controller
Bed: Vacuum Bed with Matrix Zones
Zones: Automatic On/Off Switches
Extraction: 5.5kW Extraction System Included
Extras: Material Locating Pins
Software Included: VCarve Pro
Delivery: Included
Installation: Included
Training: Machine and Software Training Included

Prices from £16,995 plus VAT

Pegasus ATC
CNC Router

Tool Change Type: Carousel 12 x ISO 30 Tools/Automatic Tool Change
Spindle: 9kW Italian HSD Spindle
Drives: Yaskawa Servo Drives
Motors: Yaskawa Servo Motors
Control: Syntec Control System
Bed: Vacuum Bed with Matrix Zones
Zones: Automatic On/Off Switches
Extraction: 7.5kW Extraction System Included
Extras: Material Locating Pins | Bearing Wipers
Software Included: VCarve Pro
Delivery: Included
Installation: Included
Training: Machine and Software Training Included

Prices from £25,000 plus VAT

Ready for Takeoff?

Whether you’re manufacturing certified aircraft interiors, developing UAV prototypes, or streamlining component production, we’ll help you find the right CNC solution for aerospace demands.

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Aviation Company Testimonial

“We use the Pegasus to machine everything from composite panels to bulkhead supports and galley fixtures. It’s reliable, highly accurate, and has become a core part of our interior fit-out line.”

Case Study: Aerospace Interiors Facility, Guildford

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