Defense Minister Batlut Damba submitted a draft revised version of the state aviation law to Parliament on April 20. Chairman Byambatsogt Sandag received the document at the State Great Khural. The draft implements Provision 74 of the Main Directions for Improving Mongolia’s Legislation until 2028. This provision specifically requires drafting and submitting amendments to the state aviation law. The original Law on State Aviation first took effect in 2003.
The state aviation law has undergone six amendments since its original adoption. These changes responded to evolving requirements over two decades. The law regulates relations related to state aircraft operations. It also ensures aviation safety and security for all state flights. A working group began drafting amendments under a 2025 defense minister order. The group conducted a preliminary assessment according to standard legislative procedures.
The working group determined that amendments would affect more than 50 percent of the law’s provisions. Therefore, the group concluded that a revised version would be more appropriate. Individual amendments would not adequately address the scope of needed changes. This state aviation law revision reflects growing activity among regulated organizations. The acquisition and operation of state aircraft has increased significantly in recent years.
The revised draft aims to ensure unified policy across all organizations operating state aircraft. It will legally define the functions of these organizations clearly. The draft provides detailed regulation of relations under the state aviation framework. It also improves legal provisions for aircraft registration and airworthiness certificates. Contractual employment of foreign nationals receives updated regulations as well. Aviation safety, oversight, and flight operation rules will become more precise.
The state aviation law revision introduces several principal changes to the existing framework. First, it clearly defines the powers of the State Great Khural and the Government. Second, it specifies the role of the central state administrative body for defense matters. Third, it clarifies the senior military command authority’s responsibilities. Fourth, it addresses organizations operating state aircraft directly. The Armed Forces, Border Protection Authority, and National Emergency Management Agency now operate aircraft. Therefore, unified policy and management have become essential for coordination.
The revised draft updates legal regulations for state aircraft registration procedures. It also modernizes rules for issuing airworthiness certificates. Contractual engagement of foreign nationals receives more detailed attention. The state aviation law revision provides detailed regulation of all governed relations. It improves legal provisions for state aviation safety significantly. Supervision and regulation of flight operations will become more effective.
Adoption of the revised law will not require additional state budget expenditures. The law will clarify duties and responsibilities for all involved parties. Citizens, business entities, and public institutions will understand their obligations better. The legal environment for conducting flight operations will improve substantially. This state aviation law revision will contribute to further development of related legal instruments. Implementation of the revised law will proceed once Parliament completes its review.
