Chilean Regulations for Air Transport of Dangerous Goods (DAR-18)
Regulation of Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air (DAR-18)
Scope
General Application
These provisions apply to transporting dangerous goods on Chilean and foreign civil aircraft within Chilean airspace. In urgent cases, when other transport isn’t feasible, or when full compliance contradicts public interest, the aviation authority may waive requirements if the operator ensures equivalent safety levels. Operators must only accept properly classified, documented, certified, described, packed, marked, and labeled dangerous goods.
Waiver requests must be written and include:
- Arrival/departure date
- Entry/exit aerodrome
- Route
- Scales
- Crew
- Cargo sender and receiver
Include information on the class, type, quantity, origin, and destination of the cargo.
Technical Instructions on Dangerous Goods
All dangerous goods air transport must comply with ICAO document 9284-AN/905, Technical Instructions for the Safe Transport of Dangerous Goods by Air, adopted by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation.
Classification
Classes of Dangerous Goods
Dangerous goods are classified into nine classes, with divisions where applicable:
- Class 1 – Explosives:
- Division 1.1: Mass explosion hazard
- Division 1.2: Projection hazard
- Division 1.3: Fire hazard, minor blast/projection
- Division 1.4: No significant risk
- Division 1.5: Very insensitive, mass explosion risk
- Class 2 – Gases: Compressed, liquefied, dissolved, or cryogenic
- Class 3 – Flammable Liquids
- Class 4 – Flammable Solids:
- Division 4.1: Flammable solids
- Division 4.2: Spontaneously combustible
- Division 4.3: Emits flammable gas with water
- Class 5 – Oxidizers and Organic Peroxides:
- Division 5.1: Oxidizers
- Division 5.2: Organic peroxides
- Class 6 – Toxic and Infectious Substances:
- Division 6.1: Toxic
- Division 6.2: Infectious
- Class 7 – Radioactive Substances
- Class 8 – Corrosives
- Class 9 – Miscellaneous Dangerous Goods
Classification must follow the Technical Instructions. The class order doesn’t reflect danger levels. Unlisted items belonging to multiple classes are classified by highest risk, specifying all risks per the Technical Instructions.
Dangerous Goods Not Elsewhere Specified (NES)
The Technical Instructions list collective entries for unlisted items, using the class name or a generic term with “NES.”
Restrictions for Air Transport of Dangerous Goods
Permitted Transport
Dangerous goods transport is only allowed per this regulation and the Technical Instructions.
Prohibited Transport (Unless Waived)
Transport of the following is prohibited unless waived or authorized by the State of origin, as per the Technical Instructions:
- Items listed as prohibited in the Technical Instructions
- Infected live animals
Prohibited Transport
The following are always prohibited:
- Substances or articles specifically prohibited in the Technical Instructions
- Explosives igniting/decomposing at 75°C for 48 hours
- Explosives with chlorate and ammonium salts
- Explosives with chlorates and matches
- Extremely shock-sensitive solid explosives
- Moderately shock-sensitive liquid explosives
- Substances emitting dangerous heat/gas under normal air transport conditions
- Pyrophoric radioactive liquids
- Flammable solids/organic peroxides with explosive properties requiring explosive labels
Operators must inform passengers about prohibited items in luggage and on their person. Infectious substance transport requires prior shipper-operator coordination and consignee confirmation, reported to the aviation authority. Shippers must declare diagnostic samples to the operator for proper handling.
Packaging
General Requirements
Packaging must comply with this chapter and the Technical Instructions.
Packaging Specifications
Packaging must be high-quality, secure against leakage under normal transport conditions (temperature, humidity, pressure, vibration), and suitable for the contents. Inner packaging must be protected against damage and movement. Absorbent fillers must not react with contents. Reused containers must be inspected and cleaned. Contaminated containers must be secured and handled according to their risk. Hazardous substances must not be affixed externally.
Package Size
Packages must be sized for easy labeling and identification, unless specified otherwise in the Technical Instructions.
Packaging Certification
The DGCA certifies packaging upon request, with proof of compliance with the Technical Instructions. Manufacturers must include the DGCA’s identification mark. The DGCA may inspect testing to verify compliance. Testing centers must submit reports and protocols.
Labels and Marks
General
Dispatchers must verify that marks and labels comply with the Technical Instructions.
Labels
All dangerous goods must have appropriate labels, unless specified otherwise. Other labels are allowed if they don’t cause confusion.
Marks
All dangerous goods must be marked with the shipping name, UN number (if applicable), and other marks specified in the Technical Instructions.
Packaging Specification Marks
Packaging manufactured to a specification must be marked accordingly, unless stated otherwise.
Language for Marks
Marks must be in Spanish and English.
Obligations of the Issuer
General Requirements
Issuers must ensure dangerous goods are not prohibited and are correctly classified, packaged, marked, labeled, and documented. Diagnostic specimens require medical documentation certifying non-infectious status.
Shipment of Dangerous Goods
Shippers must provide the operator and DGCA with:
- Dangerous goods declaration
- Safety data sheet
- DGMN resolution for explosives (if applicable)
- Chilean Nuclear Energy Commission authorization (if applicable)
- Other permits (if applicable)
- Packaging test results (if required)
The transport document must include a signed statement confirming proper classification, packaging, marking, labeling, and documentation.
Languages Used
Documents for domestic transport must be in Spanish. English may be used for international shipments.