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Is my flight organization required to implement a Safety Management System?

Not yet. But it's coming. The FAA released AC 120-92 and AC 120-92a notifying operators of pending legislation that will make SMS mandatory. Today, Canada, Australia, Europe, and New Zealand already mandate or are in the process of mandating SMS. All Canadian operators will now be required to have an SMS in place by July 1, 2009. More recently, the new ICAO Annex 6 Part II requirements will require business operators flying internationally to meet the standard by November 18, 2010.


Internally developing a comprehensive safety management program can be costly, time-consuming and overwhelming for flight organizations. Our programs were specifically designed with budget constraints in mind and ease of implementation. We've done the work. You save time and money.

What are the EASA April 2012 requirements?

European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Information Notice A series of European Aviation Safety Ag...

How is Baldwin different from other SMS providers?

Three words sum it up......Easy.  People.  Value. Easy.  To put it simply, Baldwin provides the e...

What are people saying about the Baldwin programs?

"..... It is the finest program and materials that I have seen anywhere, bar none. [They are] doing...

What's the difference between SMS and a Safety Management Program?

SMS is a necessary and key component of a larger, more comprehensive overarching safety program. A...

What are aviation insurance companies looking for?

In June, 2006 Baldwin's safety programs were reviewed and are supported by three of the largest...

What is unique about Baldwin's Operations Manual & Emergency Response Plan?

For the first time, flight organizations have all-inclusive, Web-based and customized manuals that...

Does Baldwin's Safety & Compliance Program meet Canadian POC requirements?

Yes. As of March 1, 2007 Baldwin's Safety & Compliance Program was the first and only safety...

Is our company ready to support a flight department?

CEOs, often overwhelmed by regulations and operations standards, may defer or cancel plans to buy or...

What is Baldwin's JetDesk®?

Baldwin Aviation created a 24/7 Help Desk for our clients called JetDesk®. This service offers...