AOG stands for Aircraft On Ground — a situation where an aircraft is unable to fly due to a technical issue. When this happens, the aircraft is officially grounded, which leads to flight delays, operational disruptions, and significant financial losses, not to mention unhappy passengers.
AOG cases are generally classified into two categories:
– A-type issues refer to aircraft grounded due to maintenance-related technical faults.
– WSP-type issues (Work Stoppage Problems) occur when operations are halted due to external factors such as labor strikes or logistical bottlenecks.
The Goal of AOG Logistics
The core objective is to deliver the necessary spare parts and technicians to the grounded aircraft as fast as possible. In AOG logistics, speed takes absolute priority over cost — because every minute of downtime matters.
Why AOG Is a Special Kind of Logistics
AOG transport is emergency logistics. It requires 24/7/365 readiness, full familiarity with airport processes, and the ability to respond instantly. Only specialized providers with round-the-clock teams and operational experience can execute such missions with the precision and speed aviation demands.