Management and consultancy firm Elevate Jet has hired 40-year aviation safety veteran Wayne Lockley to lead rigorous safety and security protocol, including the development of a robust SMS to support growth initiatives.

“Wayne is a veteran Naval aviator superstar in my book,” says company president Scott LaForge. “He has an impeccable safety record as a pilot and has been in the safety arena his entire career. He is also an incredibly kind and gracious person. I can't think of anyone better to be leading our safety department.”

Lockley is an experienced aviation professional with a passion for safety and continuous improvement. He has been a pilot for over 40 years and he devoted 23 years to the US Navy where he flew a number of aircraft, including the A-6E, and F/A-18. He currently owns and flies a Cirrus SR-22, and says: “I am thrilled to be part of Elevate Jet and to be in the position to develop safety standards and procedures that support its progressive service offerings. My number one priority since joining Elevate Jet is the development of an innovative SMS that will sustain rapid growth and an expanding fleet.

“For me, safety is all-encompassing. It touches every aspect of life. Not just the corporate and aviation side of things. My mission at Elevate Jet is to develop and nurture a safety evolution that is ingrained in our culture. One that involves continuously practising safety protocol while identifying, mitigating and preventing any and all safety risks 24-7.”