AOC certification · Operations manuals · Ongoing compliance

AOC consulting

We guide operators through every phase of Air Operator Certificate certification — from pre-application to first revenue flight — and provide the manuals, documentation, and ongoing support to keep you compliant.

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The certification partner operators trust.

Obtaining an Air Operator Certificate is one of the most documentation-intensive processes in commercial aviation. Positive Rate has guided operators through AOC certification across multiple jurisdictions — building the manuals, coordinating with the authority, and managing the process from initial pre-application meeting to final issue of certificate.

We work with start-up operators, existing certificate holders adding aircraft types or expanding operations, and established carriers requiring manual revisions to reflect regulatory changes. Our deliverables are authority-ready from day one.

ICAOAnnex 6 compliant documentation

Multi-Jurisdiction · Africa & Middle East CAAs

Full suiteOM-A through OM-D delivered

End-to-endPre-application to certificate issue

Consulting services

What we deliver

New AOC certificationEnd-to-end management of the certification process. We handle pre-application, formal application, document evaluation, demonstration, inspection, and certification — coordinating with the authority at every gate.

Operations manual (OM-A/B/C/D)Preparation of the full Operations Manual suite to the authority's format requirements. All manuals are cross-referenced and authority-ready.

Training manual & programmeDevelopment of the Training Manual and associated training programme documentation including initial, recurrent, and type-specific training syllabi.

Safety management system (SMS)Design and implementation of an SMS framework appropriate to your operation's scale and risk profile. Includes hazard register, safety reporting system, and emergency response plan documentation.

Manual revisions & amendmentsOngoing revision service to keep your approved manuals current as regulations change or your operation evolves.

Compliance auditsInternal compliance audits against your approved operations specifications and applicable regulations. We identify gaps before the authority does.

Aviation operations manual documentation

Certification pathway

How we work

Pre-application consultation

We assess your proposed operation, aircraft type, base of operations, and intended routes. We identify the applicable regulatory framework and map the certification pathway.

Document preparation

Our team prepares your complete document set — Operations Manual, Training Manual, SMS documentation, and supporting compliance statements.

Authority liaison

We represent you through every phase of the authority's evaluation process. We respond to queries, manage revisions, and coordinate demonstrations.

Certificate issue & beyond

Once your AOC is issued, we remain available for manual amendments, regulatory updates, and compliance support.

OM-AGeneral / Basic
Company policies, organisation, and general operating procedures.

OM-BRoute & Aerodrome
Route guides, aerodrome information, and area-specific procedures.

OM-CTraining
Training syllabi, competency standards, and recurrency requirements.

OM-DTechnical
Aircraft operating procedures, performance data, and MEL integration.

AOC consulting enquiry

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Tell us about your proposed operation and jurisdiction. We'll respond within one business day with an assessment and next steps.

Jurisdiction-specific expertise

We have direct experience with Civil Aviation Authorities across Africa and the Middle East. Tell us your jurisdiction and we'll confirm our familiarity with the applicable regulatory framework.