The Department has the following goals to attain the above stated vision and mission.

1. Expedite the construction of the International Civil Air and Cargo Terminal at Halwara, Ludhiana.
2. Increase the number and frequency of flights from air terminals of the State.
3. Increase international connectivity from Chandigarh and Amritsar Airport.
4. Expansion and upgradation of existing airports keeping in view the future demand.
5. Produce quality skilled manpower in the field of aviation by upgrading the aviation training infrastructure at Patiala and Amritsar.
6. Promote Aviation and Defence Industry in the State by setting up MROs. These sectors have been declared as Thrust Sectors as per the new State Industrial Policy.