What Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan does

Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan (АО «Авиационная администрация Казахстана») is a state-owned joint stock company that serves as the authorized civil aviation regulatory authority of the Republic of Kazakhstan, operating under the Ministry of Transport. Founded in 2019 and headquartered at 55/15 Mangilik El Avenue in Astana, the agency employs 51-100 staff across 14+ specialized departments covering flight operations, airworthiness, aviation security, air navigation, aerodromes, licensing, aviation medicine, unmanned aviation systems, sustainable development, formalities, personnel, finance, legal, and IT/digitalization. It also operates a 24/7 Operational Center for incident coordination.

The agency's core offering is a comprehensive portfolio of regulatory services delivered through digital platforms: state registration of civil aircraft (including mortgage and lien registration), airworthiness and noise certification, aerodrome and vertiport certification, aviation personnel licensing (flight crew, air traffic controllers, maintenance technicians), air navigation service provider certification, aviation security oversight, mandatory and voluntary safety reporting under ICAO ADREP taxonomy, restricted-territory permits within 46km airport zones, and a tiered unmanned aircraft certification regime (BAS1 under 1.5kg, BAS2 1.5-25kg, BAS3 25-750kg). Distribution is exclusively digital via the national eGov.kz portal and the proprietary eOtinish electronic licensing system.

Revenue is generated through government-mandated regulatory service fees denominated in MRP (Monthly Calculation Indicator) units, with unit pricing structured by aircraft weight, engine count, operations volume, and personnel counts. End markets include commercial airline operators, aerodrome operators, drone operators, aviation training centers, air navigation service providers, and aircraft maintenance organizations, all operating within Kazakhstan. The 2024-2028 Development Strategy targets top-10 global civil aviation authority status and ICAO/EASA/FAA compatibility, alongside emerging regulatory frameworks for eVTOL aircraft and urban air mobility following test flights in Alatau City.

Name

Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan

Legal name

АО Авиационная администрация Казахстана

Website

https://caa.gov.kz

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan is the state-owned civil aviation regulatory authority, headquartered in Astana. It certifies and licenses aircraft, operators, personnel, aerodromes, and drones across Kazakhstan, distributing services via eGov.kz and eOtinish under the Ministry of Transport.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Civil Aviation Regulatory Services

NAICS

Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs (92612), Airport Operations (48811), Air Traffic Control (488111)

SIC

Airports, Flying Fields & Airport Terminal Services (4581), Air Transportation, Scheduled (4512)

akta.pro primary industry

Transportation Regulators (Aviation, Maritime, Rail, Road) (BPAIAOAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Aviation Infrastructure Agencies (Public Airports, Airfield Ops, Ground Access) (BPAIALAE), Operational Security (Airside Access, Screening Coordination) (THABAIAN), Flight Operations Control & Dispatch (OCC/IOCC) (THABAIAA), Air Taxi & Urban Air Mobility (eVTOL) Operators (TLAFAAAD), Sustainability Governance, Reporting & Compliance (ESG reporting, CORSIA/EU ETS readiness) (THABANAM)

Keywords

• Civil aviation regulation
• Aircraft certification
• Aviation personnel licensing
• Drone registration services
• Aviation safety oversight

Headquarters

HQ city

Astana

HQ country

Kazakhstan

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Aviation Regulatory Service Fees: Government-mandated fees for certification, licensing, and oversight services in civil aviation. Includes fees for aircraft airworthiness certificates, operator certifications, personnel certifications, aerodrome certifications, and air navigation service provider certifications. Fee structures based on aircraft weight categories, number of take-off/landing operations, and personnel counts.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan is the state-owned civil aviation regulatory authority responsible for certification, licensing, and oversight of civil aircraft, UAS/drones, aerodromes, air navigation service providers, aviation personnel, and aviation security in Kazakhstan. It delivers regulatory services through electronic licensing platforms (eOtinish, eGov.kz), dedicated departments covering each aviation domain, and a 24/7 Operator Center for incident reporting and crisis coordination. The agency also develops the regulatory framework for emerging segments such as air taxis, urban air mobility, and eVTOL operations.

Product overview

The Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan (АО «Авиационная администрация Казахстана») operates as the authorized civil aviation regulatory authority, offering a comprehensive portfolio of regulatory services organized as a platform of interconnected government services. The core offerings include aircraft registration and airworthiness certification, UAS/drone registration and technical compliance (БАС1, БАС2, БАС3 by weight class), aerodrome and vertiport certification, aviation personnel licensing (flight crew, air traffic controllers, maintenance technicians), air navigation services certification, and operational support through the Operator Center. Additional services encompass flight safety reporting systems (mandatory and voluntary), aviation security oversight, restricted territory permits, and aircraft mortgage registration. The organization is developing regulations for air taxis and urban air mobility with eVTOL test flights conducted in Alatau City.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• State Registration of Civil Aircraft Government service for registration and re-registration of civil aircraft in the State Register of Civil Aircraft of the Republic of Kazakhstan, including amendments and exclusions. Initial registration fee: 7 MRP; re-registration: 7 MRP.
• UAS/Drone Registration (БАС Учёт) Registration and technical compliance verification services for unmanned aviation systems (drones) categorized by maximum takeoff weight: under 1.5kg (BAS1), 1.5-25kg (BAS2), and 25-750kg (BAS3).
• Technical Compliance Confirmation (Декларирование соответствия) Certification services for UAS technical compliance based on weight class, including declaration of conformity for serial production and self-assembly drones.
• Airworthiness Certification Issuance and renewal of airworthiness certificates for civil aircraft, compliance verification for aircraft without approved type design, and aircraft noise certification. Fees based on aircraft weight and engine count, ranging from 85 MRP (5,700-10,000 kg) to 625 MRP (over 136,000 kg).
• Aerodrome (Vertiport) Certification Certification and supervision services for aerodromes, vertiports, and ground handling services, including compliance monitoring. Fees range from 10 MRP (aircraft under 2,730 kg) to 1,830 MRP (aircraft over 140,000 kg), with additional rates based on annual take-off/landing operations.
• Aviation Personnel Licensing Certification and licensing services for aviation personnel including flight crew members (pilots, flight engineers), air traffic controllers, and aircraft maintenance technicians. Certificates: 10 MRP; renewal: 3 MRP; replacement: 1 MRP.
• Air Navigation Services Certification Certification of air navigation service providers including meteorological support, AIS/cartography, ATS, SAR, and CNS.
• Operator Center (Операционный центр) 24/7 operational center for incident reporting, database management, emergency notifications, and civil aviation crisis response coordination.
• Flight Safety Reporting Systems Mandatory and voluntary reporting systems for aviation events, incidents, and safety concerns using ADREP taxonomy.
• Aviation Security Services Security certification and oversight services for airports, including cybersecurity, conflict zone information, and security reporting systems.
• Restricted Territory Permits Permit issuance for activities that may threaten flight safety within airport zones (46km radius), including map of aerodrome territories.
• Aircraft Mortgage and Lien Registration State registration of aircraft mortgage agreements, additional agreements, and irrevocable powers of attorney for deregistration and export. Mortgage registration: 1-5 MRP (individuals/entities).
• Aviation Training Center Certification Certification of aviation training centers providing flight crew, maintenance, and air traffic control training. Initial certification: 78 MRP; scope extension: 32 MRP.
• Airline Operator Certification Certification of airline operators (AOC) and aviation work companies. Single-engine: 50 MRP; up to 5,700 kg: 71 MRP; 5,700-40,000 kg: 348 MRP; over 40,000 kg: 468 MRP; multi-engine land helicopters: 92 MRP; offshore helicopters: 104 MRP.

Quantifiable outcome

• Passenger traffic recovery from 10.8M (2020) to 29.4M (2024) demonstrating aviation sector resilience

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and moderate.

• Alatau Advance Air Group LtdminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerParticipated in eVTOL aircraft test flights conducted in Alatau City as part of Kazakhstan's urban air mobility development initiative. Collaboration with Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan and Ministry of Transport.
• AutoFlightminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerElectric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer participating in test flights in Alatau City. Collaboration with Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan for urban air mobility regulatory framework development.
• Ministry of Transport of KazakhstancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent ministry overseeing civil aviation. Collaboration on regulatory framework development, eVTOL/air taxi legislation, digital airport systems, and biometric identification implementation.
• Export Control and Border Security (EXBS) Program, USAmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerUS government program providing technical assistance for aviation security enhancement. Joint activities with Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan and US Embassy in Kazakhstan for aviation security cooperation.
• US Embassy in KazakhstanmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerDiplomatic representation involved in bilateral aviation security cooperation with Kazakhstan. Facilitates collaboration between EXBS Program and Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan.
• ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUN specialized agency setting international civil aviation standards. Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan implements ICAO standards and participates in ICAO EUR/NAT Regional Office activities.
• KazAeroNavigation (КАЗАЭРОНАВИГАЦИЯ)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerState enterprise providing air navigation services. Data provider for airport coordinates (CTA) used in aerodrome proximity territory mapping.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Rosaviatsia (Federal Air Transport Agency of Russia): Russian federal executive body responsible for civil aviation regulation, oversight, certification, and licensing. Most directly comparable to AAK as a CIS regional peer with similar scope (aircraft registration, personnel licensing, aerodrome certification, air navigation oversight) and shared Soviet regulatory heritage.
• Civil Aviation Agency of Uzbekistan: National civil aviation regulator of neighboring Uzbekistan with comparable scope, market size, and Central Asian operating context. Both agencies oversee similar fleets, personnel bases, and aerodrome networks in the region.
• Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS): Singapore's national civil aviation regulator, comparable in efficiency-focused operating model, small-team regulatory excellence, and active engagement with emerging aviation technologies including UAS and UAM policy development.
• General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of UAE: UAE's national civil aviation regulator, comparable in strategic ambition (positioning UAE as a global aviation hub), regulatory modernization pace, and involvement in advanced air mobility frameworks. Similar JSC-style institutional organization.

Broad incumbents

• European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA): EU regional aviation safety regulator. AAK cites EASA compatibility as a strategic objective. Comparable in regulatory domain coverage (airworthiness, personnel licensing, aerodromes, UAS) but operating across 27 member states with broader stakeholder complexity.
• Transport Canada Civil Aviation: Civil aviation branch of Transport Canada, established national regulator with comprehensive mandate similar to AAK's (airworthiness, aerodromes, personnel, UAS). Comparable regulatory functions and ICAO-aligned standards.
• Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) India: India's national civil aviation regulator overseeing one of the world's fastest-growing aviation markets. Comparable in regulatory scope (personnel licensing, airworthiness, UAS framework development) but at substantially larger scale and complexity.
• Civil Aviation Authority of the United Kingdom (CAA UK): UK's national aviation regulator with established regulatory framework across airworthiness, ATC, aerodromes, and consumer protection. Comparable institutional structure and breadth of regulatory mandate, though at significantly larger scale.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA): U.S. national civil aviation regulator, the global gold standard that AAK explicitly targets alignment with. Comparable regulatory functions but vastly larger scope (US aviation market, 50 states, major OEM presence) and substantially greater resources.
• Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC): China's national civil aviation regulator, the world's largest by passenger volume. Relevant as a comparator for large-scale national aviation oversight and a key partner ecosystem for the eVTOL initiative via AutoFlight.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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