Service activities incidental to air transportation

Qualifying · 0% eligible

Forensic Analysis

DZ requiredSubstance: HIGHAI-derived

ISIC 5223 aligns with 'Services incidental to the operation of aircraft' under the Qualifying Activity framework. Forensic audit focuses on the direct nexus between the service and the aircraft's movement, safety, or passenger/cargo processing. Revenue from non-essential administrative support or third-party logistics not directly tied to air transit may be re-characterized as non-qualifying income.

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Legal Reference

Article 2, Clause 1(k) of Ministerial Decision No. 229 of 2025

Audit Red Flag

Misclassification of general retail or luxury concierge services as 'incidental' to air transportation to bypass the 5% de minimis threshold.

6 licensable activities under this classification

Airplane Management & OperationExternal approval required

Airport Ground ServicesExternal approval required

Aviation Services CoordinationExternal approval required

Civil Aviation Information ServicesExternal approval required

From AED 600 (Ajman)

Ground Services for Non-commercial AircraftsExternal approval required

Slot Coordination ServicesExternal approval required

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