The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) continues to play a pivotal role in advancing safety management systems (SMS) across the business aviation sector. In a recent AINonline article, ACSF President and CEO Bryan Burns was quoted on the growing momentum behind SMS adoption, highlighting both the progress and the challenges that operators face.
Burns emphasized that while many operators recognize the value of SMS in elevating safety culture, some still struggle with limited resources, lack of training, or uncertainty about implementation. The ACSF remains committed to helping operators overcome these barriers through education, tools, and programs designed to make SMS more accessible and achievable across the industry.
“What we’ve discovered in the last couple of months with the activity surrounding recent accidents,” said Burns, “is that passengers that are in the back of these corporate aircraft are asking pilots: ‘Hey, what’s this about SMS? Hey, what am I hearing about ASAP [aviation safety action programs], data monitoring, and the term ‘just culture?’”
– Bryan Burns
As the demand for robust safety programs grows, ACSF stands ready to support operators at every stage of their SMS journey. Through initiatives like the Industry Audit Standard (IAS) and ACSF’s dedicated resources, the foundation helps operators not only meet regulatory requirements but also foster a culture of continuous improvement.
To learn more about how ACSF can assist your operation in adopting or strengthening SMS, visit www.acsf.aero.
