SHGM (Türkiye DGCA)

The Sivil Havacılık Genel Müdürlüğü (SHGM) is the national civil aviation authority of Türkiye. Operating as a subordinate body to the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure, it serves as the primary regulator for the country’s airspace and aviation sector. Its role in the value chain is to establish the legal framework for flight safety, security, and environmental standards, ensuring that all national operators and maintenance organisations comply with both domestic and international aviation law. SHGM manages the certification and oversight of major Turkish flag carriers, regional airlines, and ground handling services. It acts as the certifying body for domestic aerospace projects, such as those led by Turkish Aerospace Industries and Baykar, and maintains a bilateral relationship with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency. The organisation is responsible for the licensing of flight crews, air traffic controllers, and technical personnel across the commercial and general aviation sectors. Prospective partners or operators should verify the current status of SHGM’s Category 1 safety rating and its specific implementation of EASA-compatible Part-145 and Part-66 regulations. It is essential to confirm the validity of specific Type Certificates or Supplemental Type Certificates issued by the authority, as well as the latest directives regarding unmanned aerial vehicle integration within Turkish sovereign airspace.