Historic Geisinger Medical Center Joins the Air Charter Safety Foundation’s Aviation Safety Action Program

Washington, DC – December 16, 2024 – The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) proudly announces that Geisinger Medical Center has joined the ACSF’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP), further solidifying its commitment to advancing safety in the aviation industry. Geisinger Medical Center has a 100-plus year history of providing healthcare in rural and urban Pennsylvania. Geisinger, […]
ACSF Announces Keynote Speakers for the 2025 Annual Safety Symposium, Registration Now Open

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is excited to announce the keynote speakers for its highly anticipated 2025 Annual Safety Symposium: Tony Kern, CEO of Convergent Performance, and Al Gorthy, Captain, US Navy (Retired). These distinguished leaders will take the stage during the event, scheduled for April 7-9, 2024, at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. This year’s […]
Advanced Air Renews ACSF IAS Registration and Achieves SMS Program Level 4 Implementation

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 […]
Avemex S.A. de C.V. Renews Industry Audit Standard (IAS) Certification Ensuring Continued Commitment to Aviation Safety Excellence

Washington, DC – The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is proud to announce that Avemex S.A. de C.V. (avemex.com.mx) has successfully renewed its Industry Audit Standard (IAS) registration, solidifying its commitment to the highest level of safety in aviation. As an international operator, Avemex continues to exceed the safety requirements set for Part 135 and Part 91 aircraft […]
Air Charter Safety Foundation Announces Dates for 2025 Safety Symposium

Washington, DC – September 3, 2024 – The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is pleased to announce that its 2025 Safety Symposium will take place from April 7-9, hosted at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Daytona Beach campus. The event, co-hosted by Embry-Riddle’s Boeing Center for Aviation and Aerospace Safety and the College of Aviation, will bring together business aviation professionals dedicated to […]
ACSF Introduces “Industry Audit Standard (IAS) Lite: SMS Done Right” Designed for Independent Charter and non-Commercial Operators

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is proud to announce the launch of IAS Lite, a streamlined audit program designed specifically for independent charter and non-commercial operators. This new program enables operators to become ACSF Audit Registered and achieve FAA Part 5 compliance, aligned with ICAO Annex 19 ICAO Doc 9859, and AC 120-92D. The IAS Lite integrates […]
ACSF Introduces “Industry Audit Standard (IAS) Lite: SMS Done Right” Designed for Independent Charter and non-Commercial Operators

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is proud to announce the launch of IAS Lite, a streamlined audit program designed specifically for independent charter and non-commercial operators. This new program enables operators to become ACSF Audit Registered and achieve FAA Part 5 compliance, aligned with ICAO Annex 19. The IAS Lite integrates world-class safety tools, consultants, and resources […]
ACSF Welcomes Three Members to its Aviation Safety Action Program

Washington, DC, December 12, 2023— The Air Charter Safety Foundation (acsfdev.com), founded 15 years ago to promote and foster a culture of safety within the private aviation industry, welcomes three members to its growing roster. Tri-State Charter, LLC, headquartered in Johnstown, Pennsylvania; Coleman Jet, LLC, based in Gary, Indiana; and OpenAir, situated in Gaithersburg, Maryland, have all pledged […]
Air Charter Safety Foundation Welcomes Richard Meikle to Its Board of Governors

Washington, D.C. – March 28, 2024 – The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is pleased to announce the addition of Richard Meikle to its Board of Directors, further strengthening the foundation’s commitment to advancing the highest levels of safety in the air charter and aviation industry. Richard brings an impressive background in aviation safety and leadership to ACSF. […]
Got SMS & ASAP? FDM is Your Next Step
In the latest USAIG newsletter, the ACSF’s President & CEO Bryan Burns explains how SMS, ASAP and FDM work to build safer aviation operations and deliver value. As any C-level executive will tell you, they’re constantly measuring every piece of data within the organization, from financials to operational performance. But where’s their dashboard for safety? […]