Washington, D.C., November 15, 2024 – The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is pleased to announce that Advanced Air, LLC has renewed its Industry Audit Standard (IAS) Registration with ACSF and achieved Level 4 implementation of its Safety Management System (SMS) Program. This accomplishment places Advanced Air among the elite in the aviation industry, demonstrating a sustained commitment to the highest safety and operational standards.
The ACSF IAS Audit is an industry-leading standard developed by ACSF and a collaborative group of air charter members. While ACSF oversees and maintains the standard, the audits are carried out by accredited third-party companies, ensuring that each assessment remains independent, thorough, and focused on safety. This structure reinforces the roles of all aviation partners involved, setting a foundation for excellence in air charter safety.
Achieving Level 4 SMS implementation signifies full compliance with FAA SMS Part-5 standards, marking Advanced Air’s progression through the critical phases of aviation safety program development. Moving from Phase 3 to Phase 4 represents a major accomplishment, as operators must continue and expand on key safety measures, including Reviewing and monitoring safety performance indicators, Implementing a confidential reporting system, Establishing other safety performance indicators beyond key metrics, Promoting and sharing safety information with other service providers, Conducting thorough SMS inspections and audits based on safety data, and Implementing a structured internal review process for ongoing SMS program evaluation.
“Advanced Air’s dedication to safety is clear through their achievement of IAS Registration renewal and their success in reaching SMS Level 4,” said Bryan Burns, President and CEO of ACSF. “Their commitment reflects the highest level of operational excellence, and we congratulate them on this well-deserved accomplishment.”
In addition to their ACSF IAS Registration, Advanced Air upholds some of the most stringent safety ratings in the industry. They hold an Argus Platinum rating, IS-BAO Stage II Certification, and are members of the BARS Flight Safety Foundation. These achievements further underscore their dedication to maintaining and exceeding industry safety standards.
For more information on ACSF’s IAS Registration, SMS Program, or to learn about the rigorous standards held by accredited companies like Advanced Air, please visit www.acsf.aero.
