This thesis is focused on machining of thermal spray coatings. Particularly on testing of machining parameters and their influence on different types of abradable coatings used in the aerospace industry. The aim of research work is to test the parameters, measure cutting forces by using a dynamometer and their impact on the quality of the machined surface. Determination of the optimal machining parameters for different types of coatings based on results of measurements and the evaluation of surface quality. There are also presented techniques of thermal spray application and methods of coating evaluation. Further it describes a method of measuring cutting forces by using the dynamometer and methods of surface quality evaluation.