To help companies meet new FAA regulations for implementation of safety management systems (SMS), Aviation Safety Solutions (AVSS) has launched its SMS manual for Part 91 and 135 operators. The SMS manual also facilitates compliance with ICAO Annex 19.
The FAA's new rules apply to nearly 1,900 Part 135 operators and 700 air tour operators, which will have to implement an SMS in one to three years, although less restrictive requirements apply to single-pilot charter operators. Expansion of SMSs to other operators and aircraft manufacturers is intended to address a 2020 congressional mandate and recommendations from the NTSB and two Aviation Rulemaking Committees. Additionally, the rules more closely align the U.S. with ICAO Annex 19 “Safety Management.”
According to AVSS, its SMS “is not just a document but a comprehensive tool that enhances the safety and efficiency of your operations.” The SMS is customized for each operator “to seamlessly integrate with [their] specific operational requirements” and “to ensure the manual aligns perfectly with their organization's needs.”
This includes compliance with standards set by organizations such as the International Business Aviation Council’s International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations, Business Aviation Safety Consortium, Air Charter Safety Foundation, Wyvern, and Argus. Once implemented, AVSS helps manage compliance with ongoing updates through its annual subscription program.