AviationManuals Outlines COVID-19 Procedures

Suggestions for Flight, Ground, ERP, & FBO Planning

Washington, D.C., March 16, 2020 – AviationManuals, the leading provider of digital operations manuals, has recommended procedures to address aircraft operator issues surrounding private aviation operations as governments throughout the world respond to growing concerns about the spread of COVID-19.

“Formalized procedures in the form of quality operations manuals and an Emergency Response Plan can really help with preparedness and planning in times like these,” said AviationManuals CEO Mark Baier. “To prevent the spread of the disease, authorities stepped up precautionary measures, so it’s good for everyone in an operation to be on the same page,” he added.

“We try to cover some highlights for national and international flights as well as ground operations,” Baier said. “Above all, be safe and remember this is not just about how dangerous the disease is, but really about being a part of the effort to help stem its spread.”

If you can’t avoid travelling, there are many factors to keep in mind. Below is a partial list.

Flight Planning

  • If you have an option of meeting remotely, changing your destination, or delaying your meeting, you may save yourself a lot of trouble, while also protecting yourself and loved ones from exposure.
  • If you can’t sidestep a challenging area, be sure that part of your preflight planning is to review what authorities are saying about health-related data in the region.
  • If you are flying to regions with known COVID-19 infections, keep in mind that your crew and passengers may be quarantined for a minimum of 14 days upon return, so prepare accordingly.
  • Locate suitable and safe airports for an emergency landing in advance of the flight. If you’re flying over a remote area you may not have medical support readily available.
  • Prepare and review your “escape” plan. In the event you would need to suddenly evacuate your crew and passengers from your destination, having a plan at hand will help you coordinate your steps to leave as quickly as possible while mitigating the risks of spreading the disease or becoming infected.
  • Consider factors such as the flight crew becoming ill, potential limitations to airports of entry, and best practices upon landing. These procedures should be integrated into your Emergency Response Plan (ERP).
  • Most important during any kind of epidemic, including COVID-19, insist everyone – crew and passengers – wash their hands frequently and correctly. Proper hand washing should be done with soap and clean water for at least 20 seconds. Sterilize surfaces frequently.
  • In addition, plan on bringing additional supplies such as face masks, disinfectants and wipes, a disease kit, and don’t forget to keep your first-aid kit fully stocked. Check expiration dates.
  • Take care when touching surfaces multiple people come into contact with, like widely used touch screens, since some viruses can survive extended periods on common surfaces.
  • Engage prior to flying with a medical service provider, such as Medaire for additional assistance.
  • For catering, make sure food is kept at the right temperature and handled with gloves and utensils to prevent food poisoning and cross-contamination. Verify that seals placed on food containers by the catering vendor are intact prior to consumption. Ensure that anyone handling food or dishes has washed their hands to prevent the spread of viruses.
  • Keep the contact details of your crew and passengers on hand so you can reach them quickly. Take the time to find out where local hospitals or emergency centers are that can help and test. Finally, know your insurance policy, in case you need to be repatriated.
  • No matter the size of your operation, everyone should follow the same steps and procedures. A smaller company may have fewer resources available, but may be able to rely on third-party handlers to help.

While Airborne

  • Communicate with Air Traffic Control in case you need to schedule an emergency landing, or if you require medical equipment and personnel upon arrival. Keep your emergency procedures written down and readily available.
  • If you suspect a specific onboard infection like COVID-19, be sure to let ATC know so the destination airport can prepare extra health related measures if required. A number of large airports are developing quarantine procedures and locations.
  • In the air, your crew should know who is doing what when it comes to first-aid. If you have a flight attendant, you’ll have more flexibility than with a one or two-pilot crew. Know what to do in case a crew member is incapacitated.

On the Ground

  • On the ground – while away and at home base – have a set procedure in place identifying who will, or is, able to provide first aid and who will be responsible for calling emergency services. Although pilots generally have first-aid training, look into providing this to your ground operations and maintenance teams as well. Knowing your ERP well can save precious time.
  • For international travel, upon arrival in your destination country, monitor real-time developments by checking news updates. Maintain basic hygiene standards, such as washing your hands and keeping a safe distance from people who are showing symptoms. Try to avoid large crowds or even small social gatherings and consider limiting the number of places you visit and remain in your hotel or residence as much as you can.
  • Despite taking precautions, if one of your crew or passengers becomes sick, whether in-flight or after you’ve landed, you need to know what to do. Make sure your ERP covers this.

FBO Procedures

  • For Fixed Based Operators (FBOs), travel related health is also an issue. FBOs are constantly handling aircraft from around the world and their personnel are meeting and interacting with people from everywhere.
  • Ensure all employees frequently and properly wash their hands. During viral outbreaks (such as the flu) consider alternatives to handshakes.
  • Have masks on hand and make them available to arriving crews and passengers, as requested.
  • If you are in an area at high risk of infection transmission, monitor your team for symptoms.
  • If an employee begins to exhibit symptoms, have them wear a mask, seek medical attention, and refrain from coming to work until a medical professional determines it is safe for them to return.
  • Prepare for potential staff shortages or temporary closings and have a plan in place. If someone on your team becomes infected it may spread to multiple team members or health officials may force the closure of your facility until it can be disinfected.

AviationManuals supports a client base that operates over 4,500 aircraft worldwide, including 62 Fortune 100 company flight departments. Based in the Washington, D.C. area, the company provides digital operations manuals with update services, as well as SMS software and iPad apps for fixed-wing, rotary-wing, drone operators, and FBOs worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals.

Products and services include SMS Software, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, FBO Manuals, International Operations and Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), PBN (RNP-10 / -4, NAT HLA, B-/P-RNAV, and RNP-1), Enhanced Flight Vision Systems (EFVS), and EFBs.

AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA). For more information on AviationManuals, go to www.aviationmanuals.com.

AviationManuals Starts 2020 with 62 Fortune 100 Flight Departments and Expanded Services

Robust Client Growth and 90 Percent YoY Revenue Increases

Washington, D.C., Feb. 24, 2020 – AviationManuals ended 2019 with an expanded product line, record revenues and now supports a client base that operates over 4,500 aircraft worldwide, including 62 Fortune 100 company flight departments. Leading the surging interest were new digital operations manual offerings and a growing engagement with ARC, the company’s iPad app for Safety Management System (SMS).

“We are adding around 700 new clients per year and we’ve had double digit revenue growth now for four consecutive years,” said CEO Mark Baier. “Not only was 2019 another great year, but AviationManuals also began the new year with a nearly 90 percent increase in January 2020 sales volume compared to January 2019,” he added.

ARC SMS App Popular with Part91 Operators

“The iPad app for our ARC Safety Management System was downloaded 1,500 times in 2019 alone, and we have twice as many ARC users now as two years ago,” Baier said. “Flight departments use us and our software to make managing their manuals and SMS easy.”

With a current active client base operating around 4,500 business aircraft, AviationManuals has established itself as the world’s dominant provider of aviation operations manuals and digital support for worldwide business aviation. The number of digital subscribers to the company’s popular International Operations/Procedures Update service alone now tops 1,000.

2019 an Active Year

In 2019, AviationManuals joined forces with the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) to make IS-BAO certification more convenient, expanded its offerings with a new FBO manual, released an LOA guide, and unveiled an EFVS package for pilots. Additionally, the company increased its staff over 30 percent during the year and moved into its new larger headquarters near Washington, D.C. to help support its expanded product line and additional clients.

AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, is a provider of digital operations manuals with update services, as well as SMS software and iPad apps for fixed-wing, rotary-wing, drone operators, and FBOs worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals. Products and services include SMS Software, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, FBO Manuals, International Operations and Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), PBN (RNP-10 / -4, NAT HLA, B-/P-RNAV, and RNP-1), Enhanced Flight Vision Systems (EFVS), and EFBs.

AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA). For more information on AviationManuals, go to www.aviationmanuals.com.

AviationManuals Broadens Team, Expands to Larger Offices

Supporting Client Growth, New Markets

Washington, D.C., Feb. 10, 2020 – AviationManuals has expanded its staff and moved into larger, more environmentally friendly offices to reinforce the client experience, support ongoing growth and to allow for continued product development in new business aviation sectors.

“This past year was another strong one for AviationManuals, with a large number of product launches and upgrades,” said CEO Mark Baier. “So, to ensure we are able to continue to provide the quick, quality and individualized support our clients deserve, we have expanded our team and moved into bigger offices to meet those expectations. With this growth, our product teams are positioned to continue to deliver the very best client experience.”

Growing Staff

The company added eight new team members in several areas to handle increased business volume in both digital aviation manual development services and Safety Management System (SMS) software. These include software development, IT customer support, business development, marketing, international operations, and accounting.

Additionally, professionals were added to support market entry into commercial, remotely piloted aerial systems and fixed base operations. In response to AviationManuals’ growing international business offerings, the company hired native Spanish and French speakers for enhanced client relations.

New and Larger Offices

The company recently moved to a top floor 5,000 square foot office just north of Washington D.C., in Rockville, Md., at One Irvington Centre. The building is a LEED Gold certified green building and part of a 435-acre master planned community. The new substantially larger office footprint accommodates the growing team at AviationManuals, skilled in providing digital manuals and SMS software to thousands of clients online and via iPad.

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AviationManuals’ new offices will support future growth.

AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals to fixed- and rotary-wing operators, drone operators, technicians, and FBOs worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals. AviationManuals’ sister company ARC offers an affordable web- and iPad-based modular solution to submit, store and analyze SMS data. For more information about ARC, visit www.arcsky.com.

Products and services include SMS Software, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, FBO Manuals, International Operations and Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), PBN (RNP-10 / -4, NAT HLA, B-/P-RNAV, and RNP-1), Enhanced Flight Vision Systems (EFVS), and EFBs. AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA). For more information on AviationManuals, go to www.aviationmanuals.com.

AviationManuals and IBAC Join Forces to Make IS-BAO Registration Easier

Washington, D.C., October 16, 2019 – AviationManuals and the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) today announced a partnership combining efforts to make IS-BAO certification more convenient. Through this relationship, AviationManuals will maintain IBAC’s free General Company Operations Manual (GCOM) current to the latest IS-BAO revision, as well as provide its renowned simplified development methods to operators looking to obtain and maintain IS-BAO registration.

“We look forward to supporting IBAC by improving and keeping its already robust GCOM up to date, thereby providing an even better free solution to IS-BAO members.  At the same time, we both recognize that developing and maintaining your own manuals, even when starting with the GCOM, may not be an effective and efficient option, particularly for smaller operators,” said AviationManuals CEO Mark Baier. “We believe strongly that operators should always be looking to improve their operations and safety culture and IS-BAO remains an excellent way to do so.”

AviationManuals and IBAC share the belief that encouraging operators to formalize and professionalize their operations benefits everyone. As IBAC’s preferred partner, AviationManuals will be offering preferential pricing on manuals and free subscriptions to its Document Hosting module and iPad app, which includes Read & Initial tracking.

“We are expanding our relationship with Aviation Manuals to add value to our IS-BAO operators, especially small flight departments,” commented Bennet Walsh, IS-BAO Programme Director.  “This new alignment will improve access to our free GCOM that will be maintained to the latest IS-BAO revisions and be available in the operator’s regulatory framework. Furthermore, AviationManuals will offer additional IS-BAO registration support to organizations with limited resources at a preferred rate.”

Visit AviationManuals to learn more about this IS-BAO offering, or contact AviationManuals directly.

About AviationManuals

AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals to fixed and rotary wing operators, drone operators, technicians, and FBOs worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals. AviationManuals’ sister company ARC, offers an affordable web- and iPad-based modular solution to submit, store, and analyze SMS data. For more information on ARC, visit arcsky.com.

Products and services include Flight/Company Operations Manuals, FBO Manuals, International Operations and Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), PBN (RNP-10 / -4, NAT HLA, B-/P-RNAV, and RNP-1), Enhanced Flight Vision Systems (EFVS), and EFBs. AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and a part of its Leadership Council, International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), and the National Air Transportation Association (NATA). For more information on AviationManuals, go to aviationmanuals.com.

About IBAC

About IBAC: IBAC represents the interests of business aviation worldwide. IBAC is a nonprofit, international trade association with permanent observer status at the International Civil Aviation Organization, the UN Specialized Agency for aviation matters, in Montreal, Canada. IBAC promotes and manages the industry-leading standards for best safety practices through its International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO™); International Standard for Business Aviation Handling (IS-BAH™); Safety Management Tool Kit; SMS eLearning training; and Aircrew Identification Card.  Visit www.ibac.org to learn more or email comms@ibac.org.

AviationManuals Closes 2018 with 35% Revenue Growth and an Enhanced Suite of Digital Offerings, Including an iPad® App Which Saw Average Weekly User Growth of 48%

Washington, D.C., January 29, 2019 – AviationManuals, the world’s leading provider of aircraft manual development services and flight operations Safety Management System (SMS) software for business aviation, closed 2018 with a 35% increase in revenues. The company enjoyed a 25% increase in its popular International Operations and Procedures update service, with recipients now exceeding 1,400. It also saw a 25% subscription increase for its ARC SMS digital platform to nearly 6,000 active users, as more operators discover this easy to use, affordable, and modular SMS software solution.

Manual development was also in high demand in 2018. Manuals seeing the biggest surge in 2018 included Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) (a 130% increase) and Minimum Equipment Lists (MELs) (a 57% increase).

Surge in Digital Offerings

Increasingly known for its convenient online SMS products, AviationManuals implemented numerous operator requested functionalities and modules to improve the way business aviation flight departments, aircraft management companies and independent owners and operators track and enhance their safety standards.

In late spring, AviationManuals released the ARC iPad® App encompassing risk assessments, forms and document hosting, and subsequently saw its app users increase by an average of 48% per week throughout the year. The app simplifies the SMS process by allowing users to initiate, and manage risk assessments and forms, as well as manage their documents while offline.

The ARC   SMS platform also added:

  • A new Metrics module that makes it easier to analyze collected information to help identify potential risks;
  • A multi-purpose Risk Assessment Tool customizable for any operational application not just flights replaced its less flexible predecessor
  • A Change Management form that helps analyze the risks that accompany substantial changes within a department and helps in determining in detail what actions need to be taken in order to implement those changes;
  • An ASAP Form that cuts the time and effort for charter and business aviation operators to submit Aviation Safety Action Program reports.

“Affordable, easy to use solutions are what the industry tells us it needs when it comes to safety enhancements,” said AviationManuals CEO Mark Baier. “We are thus constantly developing new, easy to implement manuals and digital SMS platforms to help fixed and rotary wing operators, drone operators, technicians, and FBOs improve the way they operate.

To meet the company’s 2018 increase in business, AviationManuals experienced a 30% growth in new hires, a record since the company’s founding.

About AviationManuals
AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals and SMS software to fixed and rotary wing operators, drone operators, technicians, and FBOs worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals and supports more than half of IS-BAO registered operators. AviationManuals’ current focus is on Mobile Safety Management Systems through easy-to-use modules and apps.

Products and services include its ARC © SMS software and corresponding iPad app for its online subscribers, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, International Operations and Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), and EFBs. AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and a part of its Leadership Council, International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), the National Air Transportation Association (NATA) and Flight Safety Foundation. For more information go to aviationmanuals.com.

AviationManuals Releases Metrics/SPI Module for ARC

Identifies high-risk metrics, safety performance indicators and trending data in real time; enabling flight departments to make adjustments to help reduce operational risks

Washington, D.C. [October 10, 2018] – AviationManuals announced today the general release of its new Metrics module for the ARC SMS platform. The new module makes it easy for operators to analyze information they are collecting helping to identify potential risks and if necessary make changes to operational procedures. Operators can see both high-level and detailed data via the various Metrics dashboards providing them with information about overall trends.

“With the industry embracing safety performance indicators, operators need an effective tool to help analyze metrics,” said AviationManuals CEO Mark Baier. “This module provides ARC subscribers with live data, so they can quickly assess their activity and potentially make changes to future operations. Maintenance directors, schedulers and dispatchers, as well as department managers, can all benefit from this tool.”

What it offers

  • Realtime Information – based on data entered into the system.
  • Customizable – such as date ranges, risk factors, etc., tailored to an operator.
  • Interactive – clients can drill down into the metrics to look at the individual items that make up the results.
  • Risk Assessments – it covers items such as fatigue, top selected factors, and average scores, among others.
  • Forms – will include items such as report risk levels, deviation data, and submissions.

The Metrics module is currently available for ARC online, with planned integration into the ARC iPad App shortly.

About AviationManuals

AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals, SMS software, and apps to business aviation flight departments, aircraft management companies, and independent owner / operators worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced over 7000 manuals and supports over half of IS-BAO registered operators.

Products and services include Safety Management System (SMS) software, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, International Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letter of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, PBN, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), EFBs, ADS-B operations, and more.

AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and Leadership Council, International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), Flight Safety Foundation, and Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF). For more information go to aviationmanuals.com.

AviationManuals and ACSF ASAP Program Goes Live

AviationManuals and ACSF ASAP Program Goes Live

Program cuts time and effort for charter and business aviation operators to submit ASAP reports without compromising anonymity

Washington, D.C. [September 25, 2018] – Following an agreement to establish a single reporting channel earlier this year, AviationManuals and the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) announced today that they are going live with their Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) offering for business aviation operators, which combines the FAA/ACSF ASAP with AviationManuals SMS software for “one-stop” reporting.

“This offering seamlessly integrates the ACSF ASAP program and our SMS platform, creating a streamlined reporting channel. Business aviation operators can easily submit ASAP reports conveniently via our cloud-based ARC SMS software and iPad app. This data is then reviewed directly by ACSF’s ASAP team,” said AviationManuals CEO Mark Baier.

The ASAP program allows Part 135 and 91 operators to participate in a voluntary safety reporting agreement with the FAA to help improve safety throughout the industry. ACSF then aggregates the data to track safety trends. Submissions can now be made directly from AviationManuals’ ARC SMS software application, simplifying the process and decreasing the user’s time and effort.

“Our mission is clear: to promote the highest level of aviation safety,” said ACSF President Bryan Burns. “With all the flight reporting required by business and charter operators, streamlining processes where you can is a win-win scenario for the industry. Now ASAP submissions can be made directly through AviationManuals’ SMS software, eliminating the need for double entries.”

About AviationManuals

AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals, SMS software, and apps to business aviation flight departments, aircraft management companies, and independent owner / operators worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals and supports over half of IS-BAO registered operators.

Products and services include Safety Management System (SMS) software, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, International Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letter of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), EFBs, and ADS-B operations.

AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and Leadership Council, International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), Flight Safety Foundation, and Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF). For more information go to aviationmanuals.com.

About The Air Charter Safety Foundation

The vision of the ACSF is to promote and enable the highest levels of safety in personal, charter and business aviation. This goal will be achieved through:

  1. Promotion and facilitation of risk management programs,
  2. Advocacy for industry adoption of one common audit standard,
  3. Dissemination of safety information, and
  4. Creation of additional programs that advance the goals of the Foundation.

Learn more at www.acsf.aero.

AviationManuals Releases New Change Management Form for its ARC SMS Software and App

Digital form for streamlining and more effectively monitoring and executing change management within a flight department

Washington, D.C. and San Jose, CA, [September 6, 2018] – In response to a growing need for better change management control within flight departments, AviationManuals, the leading provider of aircraft manual development services and Safety Management System (SMS) software for business aviation, announced today at the NBAA Regional Forum in San Jose, CA, the release of an online change management form for its ARC Safety Management Software and App.

The form provides a streamlined and improved way to formally manage change within an organization. It helps analyze the risks that accompany a substantial change within the department and describes in detail what actions need to be taken in order to implement that change.  The form establishes appropriate tasks and then enables designated administrators to assign each task to the right individuals. It thus offers the ability for robust checks-and-balances, whereby each task can be reviewed, reassigned and revaluated as many times as the project manager deems necessary, ensuring all aspects of a task’s progress are monitored.

“Any kind of substantial change; a new Director of Aviation, moving to new hangars, adding aircraft to fleet, or the implementation of an aircraft tug for instance, can introduce risk. Flight departments need an efficient way to manage such changes on their own while also ensuring safety is considered before, during and after implementation,” said AviationManuals CEO Mark Baier. “By listening to the specific needs of our ARC SMS customers, we created this new form that easily guides you through the process of identifying, planning for and then managing the potential implications of change.”

CEO Mark Baier, along with others from AviationManuals, will be available for interviews at the NBAA San Jose Regional Forum, September 6 at booth 403; and at BACE 2018, October 16-19 in Orlando, FL, at booth 2256.

About AviationManuals

AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals and SMS software to business aviation flight departments, aircraft management companies, and independent owner / operators worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals and supports over half of IS-BAO registered operators.

Products and services include Safety Management System (SMS) software, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, International Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), EFBs and ADS-B operations.

AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and a part of its Leadership Council, International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), Flight Safety Foundation and National Aircraft Resale Association (NARA). For more information go to aviationmanuals.com.

AviationManuals and AeroEx Form Partnership to Streamline Part-NCC Compliance Process for Business Aviation Operators

Washington, D.C., and Buchs, Switzerland May 28, 2018 – AviationManuals, the leading provider of aircraft manual development services and Safety Management System (SMS) software for business aviation, and AeroEx, Europe’s foremost aviation industry regulatory compliance consultancy group, jointly announced today at EBACE 2018 the formation of a partnership to provide affordable, convenient and comprehensive Part-NCC solutions and support for non-commercial operators.

Via this partnership even operators with limited resources can have access to professional development support on manuals and SMS as well as ongoing Part-NCC compliance monitoring support and expertise.

“With Part-NCC now in place, it is critical that flight operators develop a robust foundation through comprehensive documentation and an effective digital SMS platform, but also maintain ongoing compliance standards.  This is particularly true as more and more flight operators are being audited by their home base countries’ authorities,” said AviationManuals CEO Mark Baier.

“By joining forces with AeroEx we are combining each of our industry-leading strengths to provide solutions to even the least complex Part NCC operators.”

“AeroEx has always sought to support operators in their efforts achieve and maintain the highest standards possible.  With this partnership we can now expand that support to a much broader number of operators and do so in an efficient and affordable way,” said Joel Hencks, Managing Director at AeroEx. “Through this joint effort, AeroEx will continue to provide its proven advisory services and compliance management support. Fusing those solutions with AviationManuals’ effective manuals and online SMS solutions, we believe our packages can become the ‘go-to’ solution for any operators falling under Part-NCC regulations.”

Services will include: manual development and editing, compliance monitoring and related advisory services, interim management, training, online mobile SMS including, risk assessment tools, and forms.

AviationManuals will be exhibiting at booth # J35e at EBACE 2018, May 29-31.

About AviationManuals

AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals and SMS software to business aviation flight departments, aircraft management companies, and independent owner / operators worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals and supports over half of IS-BAO registered operators.

Products and services include Safety Management System (SMS) software, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, International Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), EFBs and ADS-B operations.

AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and a part of its Leadership Council, International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), Flight Safety Foundation and National Aircraft Resale Association (NARA). For more information go to aviationmanuals.com.

About AeroEx

AeroEx GmbH, is a Swiss-based company offering a wide range of services with particular focus on the delivery of consultancy and support services to aviation industry. AeroEx was established with the aim of providing aviation organizations with services and products related to regulatory compliance.

Our experts are working world-wide and compile individual and innovative solutions. We support our customers in the implementation and realization of international aviation standards and as third-party experts we combine our strengths in various sectors of aviation and industry. All our staff undertake continuing education in order to keep up with the latest developments. As a consequence, we are able to tailor the best solutions to the needs of our customers by improving interfaces and working processes and identifying weak points and training needs.

AeroEx GmbH, is a member of the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA) and is accredited by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) to offer IS-BAO & IS-BAH Support and Audit Services. For more information visit aeroex.eu.

AviationManuals Launches iPad App for its ARC SMS Online Platform

App provides improved mobility and offline access to manage risk assessments, safety management forms, and documents

Washington, D.C., May 28, 2018 – AviationManuals, the world’s leading provider of aircraft manual development services and Safety Management System (SMS) software for business aviation, announced today the release of its new ARC iPad app. The app will complement AviationManuals’ intuitive online modular SMS platform, making it even easier for business aviation professionals to manage their risk assessments, forms, and documents while offline.

“The app was designed with ease of use in mind to encourage even more SMS participation by ARC users,” said AviationManuals CEO Mark Baier. “Our App simplifies the SMS process because users are able to initiate, and manage risk assessments and forms, as well as manage their documentation while offline. Mobile applications for SMS should help drive a broader acceptance and use of SMS.”

AviationManuals’ ARC SMS modular platform is the most configurable SMS available on the market today. The App conveniently syncs clients’ custom risk assessments and forms, as well as provides access to the latest versions of their documents. Users also have the ability to toggle back and forth between the online and mobile versions of ARC for increased convenience and productivity.

AviationManuals’ ARC APP is available for download from the Apple App Store however the App is currently only accessible to ARC’s online SMS software subscribers.

Aviation Operations Resources

ARC, an SMS software, continues to add new users every week due to it being the only highly configurable and modular Safety Management System software available, allowing operators to choose only what they need. AviationManuals current focus is on Mobile Safety Management Systems through easy-to-use modules and apps.

AviationManuals also delivers International Operations / Procedures Manuals and custom Flight/General Operations Manuals for numerous registries. The company has over 800 subscribers to its International Operations Update Service and its Flight Operations Reissue Service.

About AviationManuals

AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals and SMS software to business aviation flight departments, aircraft management companies, and independent owner / operators worldwide. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals and supports over half of IS-BAO registered operators.

Products and services include Safety Management System (SMS) software, Flight / General Operations Manuals, International Procedures Manuals, Minimum Equipment Lists, Emergency Response Plans, Internal Audit Programs, and Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), EFBs, and ADS-B operations.

AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and a part of its Leadership Council, International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), Flight Safety Foundation, and National Aircraft Resale Association (NARA). For more information go to aviationmanuals.com.