Fort Lauderdale-based charter, management, sales and maintenance organisation Presidential Aviation has renewed its Wyvern Wingman certification and therefore its commitment to improving aviation safety.

“As an international charter and management operator, we are continually trying to exceed industry expectations,” comments director of safety and training Jason Wilde. “We consistently strive to find ways to lower risk and enhance safety efforts.”

CEO Oscar Arce adds: “We are honoured to be part of the Wyvern network. We will continue to strive for the highest level of safety and industry best practices.”

Presidential has a variety of aircraft in its fleet, including light, midsize, large cabin and ultra long range jets. For aircraft management customers, the company offers pilot and flight crew training, crew management and scheduling, aircraft maintenance and record-keeping. It employs factory-trained maintenance technicians and holds a 14 CFR part 145 Certified Repair Station certificate (9PVR416M), with a limited airframe rating on Gulfstream IV, Dassault Falcon 50, Dassault Falcon 50EX and Dassault Falcon 2000EX aircraft.

Argus Gold rated and IS-BAO Stage I certified, Presidential's FXE hangar facility spans more than 36,000 sq ft.

The Wyvern Wingman certification is awarded to operators who strive to achieve proactive risk management and advanced safety practices. The Wingman standard is a collection of aviation's best practices and is considered one of the highest audit standards in business aviation for safety. Each Wingman-certified operator undergoes an initial audit followed by a recurring audit every 24 months to ensure compliance. The Wingman certification evaluation includes a review of the company's operational history, safety records, SMS, IEP, technical documentation, administrative records, pilot and aircraft records, training requirements and maintenance operations.