.aero registration
.aero is reserved for the aviation community. Eligible registrants include airlines, airports, pilots, aviation professionals, aerospace manufacturers, air navigation providers, flight schools, industry associations, aviation media, government bodies, logistics companies, air sports organisations, aerial-work operators and suppliers serving the sector. Applicants must prove that they belong to an eligible group and complete the registry’s validation process. The supporting documents required depend on the applicant category. A valid .aero ID confirms eligibility and is required before any .aero domain can be registered through host.yt. Once validation is complete, you can submit the domain name you want to register. The label—the part before .aero—must contain between 3 and 63 characters. This controlled registration model keeps the extension focused on organisations and individuals with a genuine connection to civil aviation. To transfer an existing .aero domain to host.yt, remove the transfer protection at your current registrar and obtain the domain’s authorisation code. Completion may take several days. A successful registrar transfer adds one year to the domain’s expiry date. Changing the domain holder follows a separate authentication process involving validation emails to both parties; the request expires after five days if it is not completed.
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Specifications
| Registration | 33.99 EUR |
|---|---|
| Renewal | 33.99 EUR |
| Transfer | 33.99 EUR |
| Restore | 33.99 EUR |
| Change of ownership | 33.99 EUR |
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Frequently asked questions
What does the .aero extension stand for?
aero refers to aviation and the wider aeronautical community. It is a sponsored domain extension intended for verified participants in the sector, giving airlines, airports, pilots, manufacturers, training organisations and other aviation-related entities a clearly industry-specific online identity.
Who is eligible to register a .aero domain?
Registration is available to verified members of the aviation community. Eligible groups include pilots, airlines, airports, aerospace companies, aviation suppliers, flight schools, air navigation providers, regulators, industry associations, aviation media, air sports organisations, aerial-work operators, logistics providers and certified aviation professionals.
Are there restrictions or required documents for .aero registration?
Yes. Applicants must demonstrate that they belong to an eligible aviation category and complete the registry’s validation process. Documentation requirements vary by registrant group. After approval, the applicant receives a valid .aero ID, which is required before host.yt can submit the domain registration.
Is .aero a good choice, and what projects suit it?
aero suits projects directly connected to aviation, including airline and airport websites, pilot profiles, flight schools, aerospace products, industry publications, air sports clubs and aviation services. Its eligibility checks provide a focused sector identity, but make it unsuitable for projects without a qualifying aviation connection.
When does .aero make more sense than .com?
aero makes more sense when verified aviation affiliation is central to the project and an industry-specific identity is valuable. .com offers broader, more familiar positioning for general audiences and diversified businesses. The trade-off is that .aero provides stronger sector context but requires eligibility validation and a valid .aero ID.
How long does .aero registration take, and how long does it last?
Timing depends mainly on eligibility validation. Applicants who already hold a valid .aero ID can proceed directly to the registration order, while new applicants must complete validation first. The registered term and resulting expiry date are confirmed in the completed order and the domain record.
How do I transfer a .aero domain to host.yt?
Remove the transfer protection at your current registrar, request the domain’s authorisation code and submit it to host.yt. The transfer may take several days to complete. Once finalised, one year is added to the domain’s existing expiry date.