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Debi Carpenter

President

Debi Carpenter serves as President of the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF), providing strategic leadership to advance safety across the business and general aviation community. In this role, she directs the foundation’s programs, partnerships, and initiatives that equip operators with tools, data, and collaborative forums designed to elevate safety practices industry wide.

Carpenter brings more than 20 years of executive experience spanning aviation marketing, communications, and organizational growth. She has held senior leadership roles with Natilus, where she shaped global brand and market strategy for a leading UAV cargo manufacturer; the Southern California Aviation Association; and Eco Aviation International, where she served as Executive Director and drove membership growth, partnerships, and industry engagement.

Her early work in advocacy and safety initiatives grew into a deeper passion when she learned to fly and achieved her first solo in the Cirrus SR20, an accomplishment that reinforced her dedication to industrywide safety leadership.. A committed safety advocate, Carpenter actively contributes to professional organizations, including the NBAA Safety Committee. She is widely recognized for her ability to bring stakeholders together around shared goals, create meaningful support systems for operators, and drive progress on initiatives that strengthen the aviation industry.

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Alyssa Sleight

Director of Safety and ASAP Program Manager

As Director of Safety and ASAP Program Manager, Sleight is responsible for overseeing and expanding the Air Charter Safety Foundation’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP). Sleight also assists ACSF members to enhance and improve their operation with flight data monitoring (FDM) and the newly required safety management system (SMS) standards for Part 135 operators.

Sleight joined the Foundation in 2017. She has since served as both the ACSF’s Assistant Director of Safety and Programs Manager for various safety initiatives, including the ASAP. She participates in the Foundation’s monthly ASAP Event Review Committee meetings, and organizes the back-office logistics of the ASAP training and operations, such as ASAP data collection. She also provides technical support to ACSF members as well as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

Sleight is a licensed private pilot and holds a BS in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, in Daytona Beach, Florida. She is proficient with SMS platforms that house ASAP data, including ACSF QuickBase server.

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Alexander Evans

Assistant Director of Safety

Alexander “Alex” Evans has years of experience overseeing charter airlines operations, and in his role as Assistant Director of Safety will help support the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) and Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) for participating member companies.

Prior to joining the ACSF, he was a Senior Passenger Service Representative for Atlas Air, based in Purchase, New York. At Atlas, Evans helped transport U.S. Armed Forces around the world, including the 2021 evacuation from Afghanistan called “Operation Allied Refuge.”

While working for Flightline Aircraft Services as a Passenger Aircraft Agent, he oversaw ground operations and ground security for NFL team charters.

Evans earned a BS in Aviation Business Administration from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, in Daytona Beach, Florida. He also has expertise in planning, implementing and coordinating aviation safety programs.

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Andrew Ha

Programs Administrator

As Programs Administrator, Andrew Ha coordinates and administers logistics in support of the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP), which the Air Charter Safety Foundation manages as a third-party for its member companies.

Prior to joining the ACSF in February, 2023, Ha interned for Allegiant Airlines in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he compiled and analyzed flight safety data to seek improvement in airline safety.

From 2017 through 2019, he voluntarily served his native country, South Korea, as a Battalion Squadron Leader, during which time he and his Special Forces Air Assault Attack Team were recognized for outstanding achievements in the field. Ha was also honored with the Most Exemplary Soldier Award from the 39th Infantry Brigadier General.

Upon his honorable discharge from the military, Ha earned a Bachelor of Aeronautics degree from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, in Daytona Beach, Florida. During his collegiate career, he was the recipient of numerous awards and honors, including graduating Magna Cum Laude. While at ERAU, he was an active member of the Alpha Omicron Alpha Honor Society, serving as its Philanthropy chair and an Executive Board Member.

A commercial pilot with an instrument rating, Ha is working to complete his flight instructor license in Daytona Beach, Florida.

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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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.