Elevate Your Safety Culture with the Power of Collaboration

Not Just Compliance — Operational Excellence Through Partnership

What is BASC?

At the Business Aviation Safety Consortium (BASC), we help flight departments move beyond box-checking compliance to achieve true operational excellence.

Founded to bridge the gap between rigid oversight models and real-world aviation needs, BASC offers a collaborative, member-driven approach to aviation safety. Our services include independent safety audits and ongoing education programs — all designed to be practical, insightful, and scalable.

We believe that knowledge and collaboration are the keys to continuous improvement. That’s why BASC is more than a certifying body — it’s a community. Our members don’t just meet standards — they help shape them.

Whether you’re building your Safety Management System (SMS) from the ground up or refining a mature operation, BASC gives you the tools, feedback, and support to grow with confidence.

Less bureaucracy. More progress. Safer skies.

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Why choose BASC?

01

Operational Excellence

Verification of SMS, regulatory, and operational standards for high-performing organizations.
02

Continuous Improvement

Ongoing education and audits. Twenty-five percent of BASC members participate in an external audit with a BASC Facilitator/Auditor each year.
03

Active Compliance

Achieved through adherence to standards, and currency within the BASC program.
04

Regulatory Standards

Fully aligned with ICAO Annex 19, Annex 6, FAA 14 CFR Part 5, FAA Regulations, and supporting ICAO, FAA, and related agency guidance.
05

Operator-Led Oversight

Standardization Board composed of experienced operators.
06

Collaboration & Safety

Emphasis on benchmarking and data sharing to deliver measurable safety progress and dividends.

What our clients say

Regarding FRATs, we emphasize 'What's different about today?
Aaron Haltenhoff
Standards Captain, Stryker
Safety is not political.
Mark Chaffinch
Director of Aviation, Norfolk Southern Corp.
I truly believe BASC is a much more engaging model for SMS compliance than legacy providers.
Thomas Howe
Aviation Safety Manager, Embraer/Executive Jets Flight Operations
It felt like you were a member of our team the moment you walked in the door.
Chris Valentine
Director of Flight Operations, AbbVie Aviation Department
We use the IEP as a development tool. We get it.
Greg Burris
Director of Aviation, Masco
For some reason we felt like we needed to do IS-BAO. We are with BASC because we are PASSIONATE about it.
Kevin DeSha
Director of Aviation, Master Four LLC/TFT Aviation
For some reason we felt like we needed to do IS-BAO. We are with BASC because we are PASSIONATE about it.
Kevin DeSha
Director of Aviation, Master Four LLC/TFT Aviation
It felt like you were a member of our team the moment you walked in the door.
Chris Valentine
Director of Flight Operations, AbbVie Aviation Department
We use the IEP as a development tool. We get it.
Greg Burris
Director of Aviation, Masco
Safety is not political.
Mark Chaffinch
Director of Aviation, Norfolk Southern Corp.
Regarding FRATs, we emphasize 'What's different about today?
Aaron Haltenhoff
Standards Captain, Stryker
I truly believe BASC is a much more engaging model for SMS compliance than legacy providers.
Thomas Howe
Aviation Safety Manager, Embraer/Executive Jets Flight Operations

Benefits & Commitments of Membership

Why be a BASC member?

Innovate and Elevate Your SMS

Your team is given the tools and extended networking to innovate, verify, and sustain your SMS at a High Performing Level.

Engage in the Business Aviation SMS Hub

Your team has access to and actively participates in the focal point for all things Business Aviation SMS, without the distractions.

Stay Aligned with Regulatory Standards

Your team is not subject to trendy, bright idea, feel good notions that are not part of any regulation. BASC is all about best practices…best practices that are best for YOU!

Shape the Future of SMS Programs

Your team can recommend improvements, ensuring your input is valued while maintaining program integrity.

Vote on BASC’s Future Direction

You are a voting Member regarding the future direction and progress of the BASC Nation.

Leverage Expert SMS Support

You are given full access to a diverse support team and network of SMS Subject Matter Experts (SME).

Benefit from Shared SMS Data

Your department gains the benefit of cumulative data shared among the Membership.

Earn a Prestigious SMS Certification

Your organization receives and maintains a SMS Letter of Compliance and Certificate with a gold embossed seal.

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