Embracing SMS: A New Era of Safety and Accountability in Air Charter
The new Safety Management System (SMS) requirement under 14 CFR Part 5 represents a landmark shift for the air charter industry, bringing increased accountability and a commitment to proactive safety measures. At the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF), we recognize that this change demands a cultural transformation within the industry, especially around self-reporting. This is […]
Commercial Aviation saw Record Low Accidents and Fatalities in 2023.
Improvements in programs and commitments to safety made 2023 a banner year for commercial aviation, with record lows in accidents and fatalities. As recently reported by UK media outlet The Independent, 2023 marked a significant milestone in air safety, recording the lowest number of accidents and fatalities in commercial aviation history. This underlines a continual trend of […]