GE Capital Skyward Solutions: Safety Programs for Smaller Flight Operations
Oct 15, 2008 :: No matter the size of the flight operations, safety and compliance are equally critical imperatives. But smaller flight operations typically do not have the resources and personnel of their larger corporate counterparts to consistently implement, measure and maintain strict safety and emergency response programs. That was the impetus that led Don Baldwin to found Baldwin Aviation (BaldwinAviation.com) in 2004.Previously, Don had spent more than three decades in business aviation as Aviation Director for Coca-Cola and flight department manager for Texaco. In those roles, he developed numerous service and software solutions to improve safety and standards for those companies' small satellite flight operations. Today, Baldwin Aviation's Safety and Compliance division is dedicated to providing comprehensive and affordable safety management programs to smaller flight operations, through a combination of software, consulting and mentoring tailored to each client's operational profile.
"Our goal," says Don, "is to help the small flight department quickly implement an internationally-recognized standard for safety in flight operations and safety management systems, to prevent incidents and accidents. Our program not only overcomes potential budget and headcount constraints for these clients, but also makes it easy for them to adopt these standards and start measuring performance. Typical implementation is less than 30 days, compared to six months or more if they were to try it on their own."
Baldwin's Safety and Compliance Program can also facilitate IS-BAO certification, the business aviation equivalent of ISO 9000, at up to 60% less cost - and in just 3-4 months, versus the typical timeframe of 12-18 months. In addition, the program ensures that each client stays ahead of pending federal and foreign regulations, a significant time and cost saver for a smaller flight department. And it provides comprehensive emrgency response support should an accident occur.
Without a significant investment in time or money, safety management programs like Baldwin Aviation's can help the smaller operation achieve a world-class standard of safety; elevate operational performance and efficiency; and preserve or elevate aircraft value.
Depending on the number of aircraft you operate and your internal resources, budget and personnel, a service like this may make sense for your flight department.
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