.aero domain extension

.aero is a sponsored top-level domain for the aviation industry. It is operated by SITA, the Societe Internationale de Telecommunications Aeronautique, a global IT provider for air transport. The domain is restricted to verified members of the aviation community, including airlines, airports, air traffic control, and related organizations. Registration requires proof of eligibility through an approved validation process. Launched in 2002, .aero was one of the first sponsored TLDs created under ICANN's new program, designed to serve a specific industry sector rather than the general public.