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Aircraft parts collected within 60 minutes and driven direct to the airport, hangar or MRO, 24/7.

When an aircraft is grounded, every hour counts. National Couriers Direct is an AOG courier for airlines, maintenance teams and aerospace suppliers. We send the nearest suitable vehicle, collect the part anywhere in the UK and drive it straight to where the engineer is waiting, with no depots and no handovers.

  • Collection typically within 60 minutes, day or night
  • One vehicle, one driver, direct to the aircraft's location
  • Vans to 26-tonne lorries, with tail lifts for heavy components

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AOG explained

Aircraft on Ground (AOG) Courier Service

AOG stands for aircraft on ground: an aircraft that can't fly until a part is replaced. Every hour it stays grounded means delayed or cancelled flights, crew and passengers to rehouse, and knock-on disruption across the schedule. An AOG courier service exists to close that gap as fast as possible.

Our in-house AOG specialists treat every aircraft-on-ground booking as an emergency. We allocate a dedicated vehicle the moment you call, collect from your stores, supplier or another base, and drive the part directly to the aircraft's location. Because the vehicle carries only your consignment, nothing waits at a depot and nothing gets re-handled on the way.

  • Dedicated vehicle: your part only, no other loads, no extra stops
  • Direct route: collection to airport, hangar or MRO without a depot
  • Paperwork travels with the part: any release certificates and documents you provide stay with the consignment
  • Proof of delivery: emailed as soon as the part is handed over

What we carry

Aircraft Parts We Deliver

As an aircraft parts courier, we move everything from a small avionics unit in a van to large components on a tail-lift lorry:

  • Engine Components

    Turbine and compressor parts, engine accessories and modules.

  • Avionics and Instruments

    Navigation, radio and cockpit units, packed and handled with care.

  • Landing Gear, Wheels and Tyres

    Heavy and bulky assemblies, loaded with tail-lift vehicles.

  • Hydraulics and Actuators

    Pumps, actuators and flight control parts.

  • Cabin and Interior Parts

    Seats, galley equipment and interior fittings.

  • Tooling and Ground Equipment

    Specialist tooling and ground support equipment for line maintenance.

  • Large and Heavy Components

    Oversized parts on Luton vans or 7.5 to 26-tonne lorries.

Who we work with

Aviation and Aerospace Couriers for Every Part of the Industry

We work as aviation couriers and aerospace couriers for the whole supply chain, from the line engineer waiting at the aircraft to the factory building the parts. Our aerospace same day delivery keeps production and maintenance on schedule.

  • Airlines and Operators

    AOG parts to line stations and bases, so aircraft return to service fast.

  • MRO and Maintenance Teams

    Parts, tooling and rotables between stores, hangars and repair shops.

  • Airport Engineering

    Urgent parts and equipment for airport engineering and ground teams.

  • Aerospace Manufacturers and Suppliers

    Components to production lines and between supplier sites, same day.

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Airport coverage

AOG Courier to Every UK Airport

Our airport courier service covers every UK airport, collecting from or delivering to cargo terminals, hangars and maintenance facilities, 24 hours a day. Busy airports for our AOG jobs include:

5London
Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City (see our London courier page)
2The Midlands
Birmingham and East Midlands
3The North
Manchester, Liverpool John Lennon and Leeds Bradford
3Scotland
Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen
2Wales and the South West
Cardiff and Bristol

  • We deliver AOG parts direct to airport cargo terminals, airline stores, handling agents and MRO facilities across the UK. Where a part needs to go airside, we'll coordinate with your team for an escorted handover or collection at the security gate, so it reaches the aircraft as fast as possible.

  • Parts going abroad? Our European courier service collects in the UK and delivers direct to airports and MRO sites across Europe.

How it works

How to Book an AOG Courier

  1. Request a Quote

    Give us a call, email us or use the quote form. Tell us the part, its size and weight, and the collection and delivery points.

  2. Nearest Driver Assigned

    We allocate the nearest suitable driver and vehicle straight away and confirm the price.

  3. Collected Within the Hour

    The driver collects, typically within 60 minutes, with any paperwork you provide, and drives direct to the aircraft's location.

  4. Proof of Delivery

    The recipient signs on handover and we email proof of delivery immediately, so you can update the engineering team.

Why NCD

Why Aviation Teams Choose NCD for AOG Logistics

  • In-House AOG Specialists

    A team that knows aircraft-on-ground urgency and safe handling of aviation parts.

  • 1-Hour Collection

    Nationwide collection within 60 minutes of booking.

  • 24/7, 365 Days

    AOG doesn't keep office hours, and neither do we.

  • Our Own Trained Drivers

    Employed, fully vetted drivers briefed for each job, with 3,500+ vehicles across the UK.

  • Bespoke AOG Logistics

    Each job planned around your part, paperwork and handover point.

  • Trade Discounts

    Account rates for operators and MROs who book regularly.

Vehicles

The Right Vehicle for Every Aircraft Part

  • White NCD small courier van for parcels and light loads up to 600 kg

    Small Van

    Max payload
    Up to 600 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    180 × 150 × 120 cm
    Pallets
    1 pallet

    Best forAvionics, instruments and smaller engine parts: the fastest option for most AOG calls.

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  • NCD short wheelbase courier van carrying up to 2 pallets

    Short Wheelbase Van

    Max payload
    1,000 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    250 × 170 × 140 cm
    Pallets
    2 pallets

    Best forAvionics, instruments and smaller engine parts: the fastest option for most AOG calls.

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  • NCD medium wheelbase courier van carrying up to 3 pallets

    Medium Wheelbase Van

    Max payload
    1,200 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    300 × 175 × 175 cm
    Pallets
    3 pallets

    Best forAvionics, instruments and smaller engine parts: the fastest option for most AOG calls.

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  • NCD long wheelbase high-roof courier van with a 1,200 kg payload

    Long Wheelbase Van

    Max payload
    1,200 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    370 × 175 × 185 cm
    Pallets
    3 pallets
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  • NCD extra long wheelbase courier van for long or bulky goods

    Extra Long Wheelbase Van

    Max payload
    1,100 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    420 × 175 × 185 cm
    Pallets
    4 pallets
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  • NCD Luton box van with tail lift for up to 6 pallets

    Luton Van (tail lift or curtain side)

    Max payload
    1,000 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    410 × 200 × 210 cm
    Pallets
    6 pallets

    Best forWheels, tyres, landing gear parts and heavier assemblies.

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  • NCD 7.5-tonne curtain-side lorry for same day part loads

    7.5-Tonne Lorry

    Max payload
    2,500–3,000 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    600 × 240 × 230 cm
    Pallets
    10 pallets (12 Euro)

    Best forLarge components, engine stands and ground support equipment.

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  • NCD 18-tonne curtain-side lorry for large same day loads

    18-Tonne Lorry

    Max payload
    9,000–10,000 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    800 × 245 × 250 cm
    Pallets
    14–16 pallets

    Best forLarge components, engine stands and ground support equipment.

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  • NCD 26-tonne rigid lorry for full-load same day deliveries

    26-Tonne Lorry

    Max payload
    13,000–15,000 kg
    Load space (L × W × H)
    900 × 250 × 260 cm
    Pallets
    16–18 pallets

    Best forLarge components, engine stands and ground support equipment.

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What does AOG mean?

AOG stands for aircraft on ground: an aircraft that can't fly until a part is repaired or replaced. An AOG courier collects the part and delivers it directly to the aircraft's location as fast as possible.

How quickly can an AOG courier collect?

Typically within 60 minutes of booking, anywhere in the UK, 24 hours a day. Call us for the fastest response on an aircraft-on-ground job.

Which airports do you deliver to?

Every UK airport, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, Birmingham, East Midlands, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen. We deliver to cargo terminals, hangars and MRO facilities. Where a part needs to go airside, we'll coordinate with your team for an escorted handover or collection at the security gate.

What aircraft parts can you carry?

Anything within the vehicle's payload: engine components, avionics, landing gear, wheels and tyres, hydraulic parts, cabin parts and tooling. Large or heavy components travel on tail-lift vans or lorries.

Does the paperwork travel with the part?

Yes. Any release certificates and documents you provide stay with the consignment from collection to handover, and we email signed proof of delivery as soon as the part arrives.

Is the part insured in transit?

Yes. Every job includes goods in transit insurance: £2,000 cover is included, and higher cover up to £250,000 is available for a small extra charge, shown in your quote. Tell us the part's value when you book.

Can you deliver aircraft parts to Europe?

Yes. Our European courier service collects in the UK and delivers direct to airports and MRO sites across Europe.

Do you offer accounts for airlines and MROs?

Yes. Operators and maintenance organisations that book regularly get trade account rates. One-off AOG jobs don't need an account.

Do you work nights, weekends and bank holidays?

Yes. Our aviation courier service runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, because aircraft-on-ground situations don't wait for office hours.

Get an AOG Courier Quote Now

Tell us the part, where it is and where the aircraft is waiting. We'll confirm the vehicle and a fixed price straight away, and a driver can be on the way within minutes. Routes into London's Ultra Low Emission Zone or the Congestion Charge zone may carry an extra charge, which we include in your quote.

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