Initial NOC & Project Planning
Support with the proposed operating model, project feasibility report, ownership documentation and initial No Objection Certificate application.

Polaris Aviation provides regulatory consultancy for scheduled and non-scheduled air cargo operators. From initial approvals and aircraft induction to operational readiness and continuing compliance, we help you prepare the documentation, procedures and systems needed for safe freighter operations. Our guidance brings aircraft, people and cargo processes together around the requirements applicable to your operation.
Contact UsClear guidance on the requirements applicable to your cargo operation.
Aircraft, manuals, personnel and cargo procedures prepared together.
Practical assistance from initial planning through ongoing operations.

Freighter operations are dedicated to the transport of cargo and mail. Establishing an air cargo service involves more than acquiring an aircraft: the operator needs suitable maintenance support, trained personnel, reliable load control, cargo-handling procedures and the appropriate operating approvals.
We support new and existing operators across these requirements, using DGCA Civil Aviation Requirements and the applicable certification guidance to structure the compliance work. Our approach covers operational documentation, aircraft readiness, training, safety and regulatory coordination, with the scope tailored to the proposed aircraft and operation.
For current regulations and guidance, visit the DGCA website. The requirements applicable to each project are reviewed against the latest published rules and approvals.
Support with the proposed operating model, project feasibility report, ownership documentation and initial No Objection Certificate application.
Guidance through the applicable certification process, compliance statements and supporting evidence for scheduled or non-scheduled cargo operations.
Regulatory coordination for purchase or lease, import permissions, registration, airworthiness documentation and aircraft endorsement.
Review of cargo configuration documentation, fire protection, emergency access, cargo restraint and approved floor-loading limitations.
Assistance with maintenance programmes, approved maintenance arrangements, technical records and continued aircraft airworthiness.
Preparation and review of operations manuals, the Minimum Equipment List, standard operating procedures and cargo-specific documentation.
Procedures for loading, restraint, weight and balance, load and trim sheets, ground handling and preservation of flight records.
Support with applicable approvals, acceptance and handling procedures, and initial and recurrent dangerous goods training programmes.
Guidance on qualifications, approvals and training for flight crew, engineers, flight dispatchers, loadmasters and cargo-handling personnel.
Support for safety management, operational risk assessments, emergency response and coordination of applicable BCAS security requirements.
Preparation for DGCA demonstrations of dispatch, load control, emergency procedures and proving flights, as applicable to the operation.
Assistance with renewal readiness, regulatory reporting, aircraft or operational changes and permissions for proposed international cargo services.
Tell us about your proposed cargo service or existing operation. We will help map the compliance path.