ACSF Membership

Membership in the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) primarily includes Part 135 and Part 91 certificate holders, with the balance to include OEMs, MROs, FBOs, charter brokers, insurers, and safety professionals. 

Regular members are aircraft operators, management companies and insurance brokers, while Associate members are suppliers, vendors and consultants to aircraft operators. Affiliate members are other non-profit institutions and government organizations.

MEMBERSHIP TIERS

Regular Members

Flight departments, charter air carriers, fractional programs, and private aircraft management companies – everyone in private or commercial aviation that operates aircraft. (*Dues based on Category)

Category I

Company Operates or Manages Aircraft

Ex: 135 Certificate Holders, 91(K) Program Managers, 91 Flight Departments and Aircraft Management Companies

Annual Contributions Based On Fleet Size
1-2 Aircraft $1,234
3-6 Aircraft $2,153
7-14 Aircraft $3,045
15-49 Aircraft $6,064
50+ Aircraft Contact ACSF

Category II

Company Has No Aircraft
(but is involved In air transportation transactions)

Ex: Brokers, Card Program Managers and Others

Annual Contributions Based On Revenue
Up to $1 Million $5,513
From $1-20 Million $11,025
More than $20 Million $16,538

Associate

Company views ACSF’s Regular Members as target market | $3,045

Aviation brokers, consultants, insurers, manufacturers, maintenance facilities, pilot training organizations (other than those qualifying as Academic members), and other service providers.

Affiliate

Non-Profit Organizations and Small Businesses | $1,234

Non-profit organizations, small businesses (3 or fewer employees), and government organizations involved in civil aviation.

Academic

Universities and Schools | $420

Aviation-related high schools, private and sport pilot schools, technical programs, and universities teaching the next generations of aviators.

Individual Professional

$300

Individual aviation professionals who are not representing an organization that fits in one of the categories listed above. This includes individual instructors/professors, pilots, maintenance technicians, flight attendants, and dispatchers.

Student

$35

Students currently enrolled in a program of learning focused on aviation or safety management.

  1. Participation in ACSF’s ASAP and SMS programs is limited to (a) Regular Members and (b) flight schools operated by Academic Members.
  2. Eligibility for Individual Professionals may be determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration the individual’s role within their organization.

Aviation Safety Programs

  • The Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP), which has expanded to 275 participating companies. (This number of companies represents more than 80 percent of all participants in the business and general aviation industry.) Access to a Member Assistance Program coach to help hold your team accountable for all of your safety goals.
  • Complimentary ACSF SMS Tool for ASAP participants.
  • Enhancements to the ACSF Industry Audit Standard  with the FAR Part 5 SMS voluntary program and ICAO Annex 19.
  • Access to a Member Assistance Program coach to help hold your team accountable for all of your safety goals.
  • Flight Data Monitoring  (FDM) to enhance the safety culture within participating companies and complement their ASAP program.

Access and resources

  • Access to Aviation Safety Experts, Resources & Networking
  • Industry safety reports and case studies
  • Networking opportunities
  • Webinars
  • Business aviation safety roundtables
  • Funding for industry projects (e.g., CJP single-pilot study)

Member Benefits

Member Benefit

ACSF SAFETY SYMPOSIUM

Discounts to the annual ACSF Safety Symposium.

Member Benefit

GE AEROSPACE

GE Aerospace FlightPulse and Safety Insights for Business Jets membership special 

Member Benefit

SKypath

20% Discount on SkyPath’s Turbulence Software for your first 12 months. (Call ACSF for promo code).

Member Benefit

Mediaire360

Exclusive Discount on MedAire360 Assistance Membership for ACSF Members

Member Benefit

GO RENTALS

Exclusive Discounts on Go Rentals rental cars

Member Benefit

Optfinity IT services

Safety Promotion

With your continuing help and support, the ACSF will, in turn, continue to deliver the educational tools, public outreach and resources that you’ve come to appreciate and expect. A portion of your dues will help support our ever-increasing administrative costs related to launching and sustaining new programs.
 
Of course, as always, your membership dues are tax-deductible, with the ACSF’s designation as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

Member Benefit

  • Offer a Free On-Premise Network Assessment OR Free Consultation for Cloud based organizations with at least 15 employees
  • 15% off Penetration Testing Fees for any project work
  • 15% off our monthly cost on a managed services contract

ACSF Members benefit from special discounted pricing. If you would like to subscribe to these important safety tools, please contact Debi Carpenter (dcarpenter@acsf.aero) to receive a special promotional code.

Flightpulse Member Benefit

GE Aerospace’s cutting-edge flight data tools—Safety Insight for Business Jets and FlightPulse are platforms that empower your operation with advanced safety analytics and personalized pilot insights.

  • Delivers personalized flight performance analytics directly to pilots.

  • Integrates flight data operations with weather conditions, giving the full picture of flight conditions and decisions.

  • Empowers proactive decision-making providing insights before, during, and after flights

  • Encourages a safety-focused culture

ACSF Members benefit from special discounted pricing. If you would like to subscribe to these important safety tools, please contact Debi Carpenter (dcarpenter@acsf.aero) to receive a special promotional code.

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: $92.99 Daily Rate

Go Rentals standard rates shall apply to reservations in Colorado, Hawaii, Montana, 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.

MedAire Benefit

Ensure comprehensive safety and support with MedAire’s industry-leading solutions, expertly tailored for Business Aviation. As a valued member of the Air Charter Safety Foundation, you are eligible for an exceptional 20% discount on the first-year retail price of MedAire360 Assistance Membership. 

Why MedAire360?

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. 

Why Choose MedAire?

For nearly four decades, MedAire has solidified its reputation as a cornerstone of aviation safety and security. The MedAire360 Assistance Membership is designed to integrate top-tier medical and security assistance, rigorous crew training, and state-of-the-art medical kits for onboard health and safety. The membership provides 24/7 access to aviation medical and security specialists, VIP medical support at destination points, and seamless coordination for essential services worldwide. 

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.