Many industry and regulatory “experts” suggest that implementing a Safety Management System (SMS) is difficult, time-consuming, and expensive […]

Your aviation Safety Management System (SMS) Manual needs to be a “living, breathing” document. It should not only reflect the ...

For business aircraft operators, probably one of the least appealing and least "flashy" elements of the Safety Management System (SMS) ...

In previous articles on aviation safety management, we have alluded to the relationship between Safety Management Systems (SMSs) and 3rd-party ...

The other day I was reading a gripping autobiographical speech delivered by a rather understated aviation icon. This individual experienced ...

Multi-tasking is perceived as a pre-requisite for success and high productivity. I challenge that belief. Before you disagree ...

It’s important to take your time and do due diligence in implementing and managing an aviation safety management system (SMS). ...

Safety Management System (SMS) regulations have been implemented in various States around the world, and the expectation is that in ...

Just because you haven’t had an accident does not mean you won’t have one. Having a safety management system (SMS) ...

In our last business aviation blog post on aviation safety management systems (SMS), we discussed the pragmatic benefits of implementing ...

In a previous post, we discussed the perceived need to implement a 3rd-party industry standard (e.g., International Standard for Business ...

Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) are an ICAO requirement. By not having a verifiable SMS in place, business jet ...

There are misconceptions in the business aviation industry regarding SMS requirements, how they can be met, and 3rd-party industry audit ...

Perceived safety can be a comforting thought. The perception that no harm will come to you, colleagues, or loved ones ...

Bermuda is a popular year-round destination and tech stop for business-aircraft operators. As with any international destination, be aware of ...

There’s no easy way to implement an effective Safety Management System (SMS) that will serve your organization well. However, an ...

A Safety Management System (SMS) can be a tricky area and hot topic for many business aviation operators who want ...