to protect sealant while curing, or to patch non-critical components of an aircraft. It can also be used for patching bullet damage to combat aircraft.

Typically, airlines avoid using speed tape on parts that are visible to passengers, so as not to cause concern, but its usage is unavoidable in some instances. In 2022 there were reports some Boeing 787 Dreamliner airplanes had issues with paint adhesion on their wings due to