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ATS gains FAA Part 5 SMS approval
Aircraft Transport Service has successfully obtained FAA Part 5 SMS approval under the FAA SMS Voluntary Program.

Aircraft Transport Service has successfully obtained FAA Part 5 SMS approval under the FAA SMS Voluntary Program.

Based in Goodyear, Arizona, Aircraft Transport Service is a Part 135 approved Gulfstream fleet operator, offering aircraft charter and management services. It is also Wyvern, ARGUS Platinum and IS-BAO Stage III rated.

Aviation Safety Solutions offered guidance throughout the approval process through its comprehensive product offerings, including the FAA SMS workshop, tailored FAA/ICAO SMS manuals and a dedicated safety assistance programme for implementation. These services are designed to equip aviation operators with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of SMS compliance effectively.

John Scotto, president of Aircraft Transport Service, says: "Safety is a paramount part of every decision we make, and I am extremely proud of what our team has accomplished. The expertise and support from Aviation Safety Solutions was invaluable in our journey to obtaining FAA Part 5 SMS approval. Its detailed approach and practical training have significantly enhanced our safety management capabilities, setting a new standard within our operations."

Amanda Ferraro, CEO of Aviation Safety Solutions, adds: "We are thrilled to see Aircraft Transport Service achieve FAA Part 5 SMS approval. This success is a testament to the effectiveness of our tailored workshops and safety programmes. Our goal is to empower our clients to not only meet, but exceed, FAA safety standards, ensuring a safer future for the aviation industry."

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