2022 PDP Course: Safety Management Systems (SMS) for Business Aviation

Presenter: Dr. Daniel Prather, D.B.A., A.A.E, CAM

This course will provide a thorough review of Safety Management Systems (SMS), including benefits, safety policy and objectives, safety risk management, safety assurance, and safety promotion. Both FAA and ICAO guidance will be reviewed. By fully understanding SMS, the participant will be able to contribute to the development of an SMS program for their business aviation department, or simply support an existing SMS. By adopting an SMS, business aviation departments will realize new efficiencies and greater safety, thereby producing benefits for the entire organization and furthering the business aviation industry.

Held in conjunction with the 2022 NBAA Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference (SDC2022).