Safety Management Systems (SMS)

Through the use of Safety Management Systems (SMS), business aircraft operators can proactively identify and manage risks. Under a formalized SMS, operators identify potential hazards and ensure that a process is put in place to effectively manage them.

FAA Final Rule: Safety Management Systems
On April 26, 2024, the FAA published updated SMS requirements for all Part 135 certificate holders, Part 91.147 air tour operators and certain Part 21 certificate holders.