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Pentastar shines as it renews IS-BAO status
Pentastar adheres to the highest standards of safety and service excellence. In addition to the IS-BAO registration, it is ARGUS Platinum rated, Wyvern registered and a member of the Air Charter Safety Foundation.

Following an in-depth audit conducted by third-party IS-BAO accredited auditors, Pentastar Aviation Charter, a Part 135 operator headquartered at Oakland County International airport, has successfully renewed its IS-BAO registration. Pentastar's operations have been IS-BAO registered since 2010.

“The safety of our customers and employees remains our top priority,” says Greg Schmidt, president and CEO. “As one of the premier charter operators in the industry, Pentastar is committed to employing safety practices that go above and beyond FAA and international regulatory standards and are continuously monitored and improved upon. Renewal of our IS-BAO registration reflects that commitment.”

Pentastar adheres to the highest standards of safety and service excellence. In addition to the IS-BAO registration, it is ARGUS Platinum rated, Wyvern registered and a member of the Air Charter Safety Foundation and is involved in their voluntary Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP). The company is also an IS-BAH registered business aircraft handler and a member of the National Safety Council.

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