NAICS 481219 - Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation

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What is NAICS 481219

NAICS code 481219 covers establishments primarily engaged in providing air transportation services that do not operate on regular routes or fixed schedules. This includes nonscheduled chartered passenger and cargo air transportation, as well as a variety of specialty flying services tailored to individual customer requirements. Businesses in this sector typically use general purpose aircraft to offer flexible, on-demand air travel solutions that accommodate unique logistical or operational needs. Government agencies contract these services to fulfill missions requiring rapid, customized air transport support beyond what scheduled commercial airlines can provide. These services are critical for emergency response, remote area access, and specialized cargo transport where timing and routing flexibility are paramount.

Industry Classification for NAICS 481219

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing air transportation with no regular routes and regular schedules (except nonscheduled chartered passenger and/or cargo air transportation). These establishments provide a variety of specialty air transportation or flying services based on individual customer needs using general purpose aircraft.

Illustrative Examples:

  • Aircraft charter services (i.e., general purpose aircraft used for a variety of specialty air and flying services)
  • Aviation clubs providing a variety of air transportation activities to the general public

Breakdown for NAICS 481219

  • Includes air transportation services without fixed routes or regular schedules.
  • Covers chartered passenger and cargo air transportation as well as specialty flying services.
  • Uses general purpose aircraft to meet individualized customer and mission requirements.
  • Supports a variety of government and private sector operational needs.
  • Typical contracts range from short-term charters to long-term service agreements.
  • Industry governed by FAA regulations and aviation safety standards.

Included Activities for NAICS 481219

  • Providing nonscheduled charter passenger air transportation.
  • Delivering nonscheduled cargo air transportation services.
  • Operating aviation clubs offering diverse air transportation activities.
  • Conducting aerial survey and inspection flights on demand.
  • Supporting emergency response and disaster relief air transport.
  • Facilitating medical evacuation and air ambulance services.
  • Transporting personnel and equipment to remote or inaccessible locations.
  • Offering customized flying services for government missions and special projects.

Business Types for NAICS 481219

  • Air charter service providers
  • Aviation clubs and flight service companies
  • Specialty air transportation contractors
  • Emergency and medical air transport operators
  • Remote area air logistics firms
  • Government aviation support service providers

Subcategories for NAICS 481219

  • Aircraft charter services (i.e., general purpose aircraft used for a variety of specialty air and flying services)
  • Aviation clubs providing a variety of air transportation activities to the general public

Government Buyers for NAICS 481219

Federal, state, and local government agencies commonly purchase services under NAICS 481219 to support operations such as disaster response, environmental monitoring, military logistics, and law enforcement activities. Agencies like the Department of Defense, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the National Park Service rely on nonscheduled air transportation to access remote or underserved locations quickly. The ability to charter aircraft on demand enables these agencies to execute time-sensitive missions efficiently, ensuring personnel, equipment, and supplies reach their destination without the constraints of regular airline schedules or routes.

Contract Types & Procurement for NAICS 481219

Contracts awarded under NAICS 481219 often include firm-fixed-price, indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ), and task order contracts. Procurement methods include competitive bidding as well as sole-source contracts in urgent or specialized situations. Contract values vary widely depending on the scope and duration of services, ranging from small short-term charters to multi-million-dollar contracts supporting extensive government operations. Agencies may also use blanket purchase agreements (BPAs) to streamline recurring nonscheduled air transportation needs, enabling flexible and rapid acquisition of services.

Details for NAICS 481219

Explore the hierarchy and related codes for this industry

NAICS Code Industry Title
48-49 Transportation and Warehousing
481 Air Transportation
4811 Scheduled Air Transportation
48111 Scheduled Air Transportation
481111 Scheduled Passenger Air Transportation
481112 Scheduled Freight Air Transportation
4812 Nonscheduled Air Transportation
48121 Nonscheduled Air Transportation
481211 Nonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air Transportation
481212 Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation
481219 Current Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation
482 Rail Transportation
4821 Rail Transportation
48211 Rail Transportation
482111 Line-Haul Railroads
482112 Short Line Railroads
483 Water Transportation
4831 Deep Sea, Coastal, and Great Lakes Water Transportation
48311 Deep Sea, Coastal, and Great Lakes Water Transportation
483111 Deep Sea Freight Transportation
483112 Deep Sea Passenger Transportation
483113 Coastal and Great Lakes Freight Transportation
483114 Coastal and Great Lakes Passenger Transportation
4832 Inland Water Transportation
48321 Inland Water Transportation
483211 Inland Water Freight Transportation
483212 Inland Water Passenger Transportation
484 Truck Transportation
4841 General Freight Trucking
48411 General Freight Trucking, Local
484110 General Freight Trucking, Local
48412 General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance
484121 General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Truckload
484122 General Freight Trucking, Long-Distance, Less Than Truckload
4842 Specialized Freight Trucking
48421 Used Household and Office Goods Moving
484210 Used Household and Office Goods Moving
48422 Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local
484220 Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local
48423 Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance
484230 Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance
485 Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
4851 Urban Transit Systems
48511 Urban Transit Systems
485111 Mixed Mode Transit Systems
485112 Commuter Rail Systems
485113 Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems
485119 Other Urban Transit Systems
4852 Interurban and Rural Bus Transportation
48521 Interurban and Rural Bus Transportation
485210 Interurban and Rural Bus Transportation
4853 Taxi and Limousine Service
48531 Taxi and Ridesharing Services
485310 Taxi and Ridesharing Services
48532 Limousine Service
485320 Limousine Service
4854 School and Employee Bus Transportation
48541 School and Employee Bus Transportation
485410 School and Employee Bus Transportation
4855 Charter Bus Industry
48551 Charter Bus Industry
485510 Charter Bus Industry
4859 Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
48599 Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
485991 Special Needs Transportation
485999 All Other Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
486 Pipeline Transportation
4861 Pipeline Transportation of Crude Oil
48611 Pipeline Transportation of Crude Oil
486110 Pipeline Transportation of Crude Oil
4862 Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas
48621 Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas
486210 Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas
4869 Other Pipeline Transportation
48691 Pipeline Transportation of Refined Petroleum Products
486910 Pipeline Transportation of Refined Petroleum Products
48699 All Other Pipeline Transportation
486990 All Other Pipeline Transportation
487 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation
4871 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Land
48711 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Land
487110 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Land
4872 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water
48721 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water
487210 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water
4879 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other
48799 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other
487990 Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other
488 Support Activities for Transportation
4881 Support Activities for Air Transportation
48811 Airport Operations
488111 Air Traffic Control
488119 Other Airport Operations
48819 Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
488190 Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
4882 Support Activities for Rail Transportation
48821 Support Activities for Rail Transportation
488210 Support Activities for Rail Transportation
4883 Support Activities for Water Transportation
48831 Port and Harbor Operations
488310 Port and Harbor Operations
48832 Marine Cargo Handling
488320 Marine Cargo Handling
48833 Navigational Services to Shipping
488330 Navigational Services to Shipping
48839 Other Support Activities for Water Transportation
488390 Other Support Activities for Water Transportation
4884 Support Activities for Road Transportation
48841 Motor Vehicle Towing
488410 Motor Vehicle Towing
48849 Other Support Activities for Road Transportation
488490 Other Support Activities for Road Transportation
4885 Freight Transportation Arrangement
48851 Freight Transportation Arrangement
488510 Freight Transportation Arrangement
4889 Other Support Activities for Transportation
48899 Other Support Activities for Transportation
488991 Packing and Crating
488999 All Other Support Activities for Transportation

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