Four Intermountain Health Helo Operators Join the ACSF’s ASAP

Washington, DC, September 7, 2023 — The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ASCF.aero), a non-profit organization which supports the highest safety standards for more than 320 business, charter and fractional operators in the aviation industry, today announced that four certificate holders owned and operated under the parent company Intermountain Health will participate in the ACSF’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).

The Intermountain Health rotor wing companies include Classic Helicopter Group, LLC, in Woods Cross, Utah; Classic Aviation Services, LLC – dba Classic Air Medical, based in North Salt Lake, Utah; Classic Service Center, LLC – dba Helicopter Services of Utah, in Woods Cross, Utah, and IHC Health Services, Inc. dba Intermountain Life Flight, based in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Kent Johnson, director of operations for Intermountain Life Flight, expressed his enthusiasm for all four companies’ participation in the ASAP.

 “Safety is the foundation of everything we do,” Johnson said. “We are thrilled to be part of this FAA safety program that aligns so seamlessly with our core values. It really  speaks to our dedication to maintaining the highest safety standards for our patients, flight crews and the communities we serve.”.

The ASAP is a voluntary, self-reporting program that enables participating companies to identify and reduce possible flight safety concerns, as well as to mitigate risk. In cooperation with the FAA, the ACSF serves as a third-party manager of the ASAP for its members, including rotor wing operators, on-demand charter operators, fractional operators and corporate flight departments. The ACSF’s members represent more than 67 percent of all participating organizations in the ASAP program (including airlines).

Intermountain Health’s ASAP participation is a direct benefit of its membership in Helicopter Association International (HAI), an Alexandria, Virginia-based organization that provides support and safety-related services for the international helicopter community.

“As we enter this new chapter of collaboration with the Air Charter Safety Foundation and the FAA, we’re poised to learn from the invaluable insights and shared experiences of other industry leaders,” noted Kory Hale,  director of operations for the Classic Helicopter Group, LLC (dba: Classic Air Medical). “Our participation in the ASAP program not only reinforces our commitment to operational transparency, but also underlines our continual drive to set new benchmarks in air medical transportation safety.”

ACSF’s President & CEO Bryan Burns is delighted that the ASAP is being extended to aviation organizations of all sizes and missions, including helicopter certificate holders. “There’s no doubt that these four organizations remain steadfast in their pursuit of excellence, and their decision to join the Aviation Safety Action Program signifies an unwavering dedication to fostering a safer and more secure air charter service for their clients, patients and partners,” Burns said.

To learn more about the Aviation Safety Action Program for HAI members, and/or to submit an interest form, visit rotor.org/resources/asap/. Or, visit acsfdev.com/ASAP-program.

About Intermountain Health:

Headquartered in Utah with locations in seven states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 33 hospitals, 385 clinics, medical groups with some 3,900 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plans division called SelectHealth with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain Health is committed to improving community health and is widely recognized as a leader in transforming healthcare by using evidence-based best practices to consistently deliver high-quality outcomes at sustainable costs.

About the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) 

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero) is a non-profit organization with more than 350+ member companies. Its mission is to lead and support the advancement of the highest safety standards available; to enable the business, charter and fractional ownership industry to offer the safest air transportation products in the world; and to provide objective information about these standards and services to the public.

In accordance with its mission, the ACSF developed the Industry Audit Standard (IAS) for Part 135 and 91K operators, which serves as a detailed gap analysis of an operator’s management practices. ACSF members can also access the organization’s low-cost Safety Management System (SMS) Tool and Member Assistance Program (MAP), as well as take advantage of its third-party oversight programs: Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP). Each spring, the organization hosts its annual ACSF Safety Symposium.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Debi Carpenter
Executive Director
Air Charter Safety Foundation
dcarpenter@acsf.aero
tel: (760) 390-7386

 

Go Rentals Discount

Go Rentals shall provide the following rates for vehicle reservations to agents, employees and members of

  • ACSF Toyota Corolla: $64.99 Daily Rate 
  • Toyota Camry: $74.99 Daily Rate 
  • Toyota Rav4: $92.49 Daily Rate

Go Rentals’ standard rates shall apply to reservations in Colorado, Montana, Utah and Wyoming.

Go Rentals shall provide the clients and customers of ACSF (collectively, “Clients”) a 20% discount for vehicle reservations applied against the daily rate in effect at the time of reservation.

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MedAire360 stands at the forefront of aviation risk management and resilience. The program integrates advanced medical, security, and operational support, meticulously developed through nearly 40 years of industry insights, real-world experience, and technological innovation. MedAire360 ensures each flight is safeguarded with proactive risk mitigation, cutting-edge medical diagnostic equipment, and comprehensive safety training resources. 

Key Benefits:

  1. Discount: 20% off the retail price per aircraft tail. 
  2. Eligibility: Available to new customers only. 
  3. Duration: Discount applies to the first year of MedAire360 Assistance Membership. 

How to Redeem:

ACSF members can take advantage of this exclusive offer by presenting proof of current ACSF membership to the MedAire sales team during the enrolment process. 

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MedAire’s services are crucial in mitigating travel risks and ensuring the highest safety standards. Whether the need is for pre-trip risk assessments, in-flight medical guidance, or emergency support, MedAire360 delivers unmatched expertise and personalised care at every step.