The Firm Syed Sajjad Ali Shah provides end-to-end legal services for establishing and expanding airline operations within Pakistan and internationally. Setting up a new airline involves navigating a complex web of regulatory approvals, corporate structuring, licensing, and compliance with both domestic laws and international aviation standards. Our firm assists clients from the ground up — beginning with incorporation under Pakistani law, drafting Memorandums and Articles of Association, and acquiring necessary registrations with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) and Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
We specialize in securing Air Operator Certificates (AOC) and Air Services Licenses from the Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA), ensuring that our clients meet all technical, financial, and safety requirements. Our team handle correspondence, prepare documentation, and coordinate with the CAA and other regulatory bodies including the Ministry of Aviation, Ministry of Defence (for airspace permissions), and International Air Transport Association (IATA).
For clients seeking international expansion, we advise on bilateral air service agreements, open skies policies, international route licensing, compliance with ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) standards, and registration under applicable treaties. We also manage legal aspects of fleet acquisition, foreign investment approvals, and compliance with foreign civil aviation authorities.
With deep knowledge of aviation law and commercial aviation policy in Pakistan, Syed Sajjad Ali Shah is the trusted legal partner for airline entrepreneurs and investors looking to build, operate, and expand safe, compliant, and profitable airlines from domestic foundations to international skies.