488190 — Other Support Activities for Air Transportation
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing specialized services for air transportation (except air traffic control and other airport operations).
Illustrative Examples
- Aircraft maintenance and repair services (except factory conversions, overhauls, rebuilding)
- Aircraft passenger screening security services
- Aircraft testing services
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 488190 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Other Support Activities for Air Transportation |
| SBA Size Standard | $40,000,000 |
| IRS PBA Code | 488100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 48-49 → 488 → 4881 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 4581 - Airports, Flying Fields, and Airport Terminal Services (via SIC1987:4581→NAICS1997:48819→2002:488190→2007:488190→2012:488190→2017:488190→2022:488190)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 488190:
- Sector 48-49 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Transportation and Warehousing sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 4881
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 488190 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 488190 is 'Other Support Activities for Air Transportation', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 48-49 (Transportation and Warehousing); the SBA small-business size standard is $40,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 488190?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 488190 is $40,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 488190?
NAICS code 488190 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 4581 - Airports, Flying Fields, and Airport Terminal Services.