AOG (Aircraft On Ground)

 

AOG is an unplanned aircraft downtime event that demands immediate part delivery; every grounded hour can cost airlines tens of thousands of dollars. 
  

Critical aviation spares, ranging from sensors to engines, must clear customs and reach airports 24/7. Specialist logistics teams mobilise hand‑carry couriers, tactical charters and bonded AOG warehouses. Documentation such as ATA Spec 106 and EASA Form 1, plus IATA DGR rules for lithium batteries, applies even under extreme time pressure.  

How does an AOG Control Tower handle emergencies?

 

 An AOG Control Tower allocates carriers within minutes, stocks parts in hubs near CDG, FRA, ATL and SIN, and delivers 98 % of orders inside SLA.

Why is speed vital in AOG logistics?

 

 Each delayed flight disrupts crew rotation and passenger connections, compounding costs across the network. 

Which transport modes are used for AOG?

 

 On‑board courier, express airfreight and, for ultra‑heavy units, AN‑124 or 747 charter lifts. 

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