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NAICS Code· 481219

NAICS 481219: Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation

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 Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 481219 – Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation covers air transportation services that operate on an ad hoc, on-demand, or non-scheduled basis, excluding commercial passenger airlines and scheduled cargo flights. This includes aerial support for specialized government missions such as aerial surveying, scientific research flights, wildlife monitoring, emergency medical transport, aerial firefighting, and logistics support in remote or austere environments.

12
Active Contracts
$542.7M
Total Obligations (12mo)
97
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
28
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
1
Median Bidders per Award
+204.5%
YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 481219.

AI Industry Description

NAICS 481219 – Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation covers air transportation services that operate on an ad hoc, on-demand, or non-scheduled basis, excluding commercial passenger airlines and scheduled cargo flights. This includes aerial support for specialized government missions such as aerial s...

NAICS 481219 – Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation covers air transportation services that operate on an ad hoc, on-demand, or non-scheduled basis, excluding commercial passenger airlines and scheduled cargo flights. This includes aerial support for specialized government missions such as aerial surveying, scientific research flights, wildlife monitoring, emergency medical transport, aerial firefighting, and logistics support in remote or austere environments. These services often rely on fixed-wing aircraft, helicopters, or unmanned aerial systems equipped with mission-specific sensors or cargo configurations. Within the federal contracting landscape, this NAICS code serves as a critical enabler for agencies requiring flexible, responsive air mobility where fixed-route services are impractical or insufficient. Top contractors in this sector include D2 GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS, INC., which provides tailored aerial logistics and operational support services to federal clients. The competitive landscape is dominated by specialized small businesses and niche primes with expertise in aviation operations, regulatory compliance, and mission-critical flight planning. These firms often hold FAA Part 135 certifications and maintain specialized maintenance and safety protocols to meet federal operational standards. The Department of Defense and the Department of Agriculture are the primary awarding agencies, leveraging nonscheduled air transportation for defense reconnaissance, border surveillance, forest fire suppression, and ecological monitoring programs. Demand is driven by mission agility, geographic reach, and the need for rapid deployment in dynamic or unprepared environments. The market is characterized by high operational barriers due to regulatory complexity, safety certifications, and asset-specific requirements, creating concentrated opportunities for experienced operators with proven track records in federal aviation support. Contractors with expertise in mission-specific aircraft modifications, real-time data transmission, and remote operations are best positioned to compete in this high-reliability, low-margin niche.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 481219, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
DAEDALUS AVIATION CORPORATION$463.6M1
AIRBORNE TACTICAL ADVANTAGE CO LLC$20.0M2
DYNAMIC AVIATION GROUP, INC.$19.1M7
PHOENIX AIR GROUP, INC.$17.5M5
KENN BOREK AIR LTD$6.3M1
WIN WIN AVIATION, INC.$5.2M25
PARACLETE AVIATION LLC$4.9M1
CONSTRUCTION HELICOPTERS, LLC$3.1M1
RAMPART AVIATION, LLC.$640K1
GRAND AIRE INC$462K14

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 481219.

Department Of Homeland Security1 award$463.6M
Department Of Defense49 awards$33.7M
Department Of The Interior9 awards$20.2M
Department Of Agriculture15 awards$19.3M
Commanding General1 award$4.9M
Department Of Justice20 awards$924K
Department Of State2 awards$63K

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 481219, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Usually Single-Bid

Half or more of reported awards drew exactly one bidder, usually a sign of incumbent-held work rather than an open field. · 3,443 reported awards

Median Bidders

1

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

57%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

4%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

0

73% of 4,721 total awards

How this code compares up the NAICS hierarchy. Parent cohorts pool every code under their prefix, so they are the steadier baseline when a 6-digit sample is thin.

Industry FamilyCompetitionMedian BiddersSingle-BidBidder MixReported Awards
481219This Code
Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation
Usually Single-Bid157%
3,44373% of 4,721
48121NAICS Industry
Moderate Competition319%
94,19490% of 104,564
4812Industry Group
Nonscheduled Air Transportation
Moderate Competition319%
94,19490% of 104,564
481Subsector
Moderate Competition320%
106,93790% of 118,291
48Sector
Transportation and Warehousing
Fewer Bidders239%
398,70785% of 468,791

Bidder counts reported on past federal awards in this NAICS (USAspending). An open opportunity has no bidders yet, so this is the historical norm for similar work, not a fact about this solicitation. Not all awards report bidder counts, and fewer bidders often means incumbent-held work rather than an easier win. Federal reporting of bidder counts fell from ~96% of awards (FY2016) to ~30% (FY2018 onward); the chart shows shares of reported awards, and washed-out stretches mark years with fewer than 30 of them.

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NAICS code 481219 covers Other Nonscheduled Air Transportation. 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 Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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