Our programs range from a full subscription Safety and Compliance program to SMSplus™ for those flight departments only needing certain components of our comprehensive safety management program.
The FAA is in the early stages of mandating a safety management system (SMS) that focuses on managing risk. Insurance companies also support SMS. However, they encourage a more comprehensive, well-rounded safety management program that encompasses other resources, qualifications, and a support network within an organization.
In October 2006 the FAA released AC 120-92, notifying aircraft operators of pending legislation that would make SMS mandatory. Canada, Australia, and New Zealand have already mandated SMS; Africa and Europe are currently in the process of doing so. "Having made the recommendation that all types of aircraft operators adopt a safety management system, the FAA is now considering a rule mandating SMS. James Ballough, FAA director of Flight Standards Service, revealed at the Bombardier Safety Stand-down in Wichita, Kans., last week that the agency would like to make SMS mandatory but offered no details on the timing of a potential rulemaking. To get an idea of what may be required if SMS becomes law, see SMS advisory circular, AC 120-92." -Aviation International News Operational Alert, October 12, 2006
U.S. aircraft operators might recall the difficulties of meeting the deadlines for DRVSM and Mode S. Baldwin's ready-to-implement program can prepare you for SMS in just 3-4 months (instead of the typical 18-24 months) and at a fraction of the cost.