Safety Management Systems (SMS) for Airlines

Full time
5 days
Part time:
Flexible scheduling
Theoretical course
Builds SMS competence
Flight training
Not applicable

About The Course

Implementation of SMS became mandatory for airline international operations in November 2006. Since then, the airline community has developed considerable experience and acquired important “lessons learned” regarding both SMS implementation and operation. However, most training currently available for the airline community still relies on content developed to satisfy early SMS implementation requirements. This course reflects progress on SMS practical knowledge as well as conceptual thinking since 2006, both resulting from shared industry experiences, including the latest requirements regarding safety culture and the enhanced protection for safety data and safety information included in the second edition of Annex 19.

Course format

This classroom course provides 5 days (40 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.

Take this course at an IATA Training Center, Regional Training Partner, or on-demand as in-house training.

Student performance will be based on an assessment.

Registration information

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What you will learn

Summarize the fundamental safety management concepts that sustain the operation of an SMS
Establish the priorities for safety mitigation based on the evaluation of safety risk
Develop strategies for safety risk mitigation using safety risk profiles as a frame of reference
Develop the building blocks for the implementation and operation of an effective airline employee safety reporting program
Develop strategies for safety risk mitigation using safety risk profiles as a frame of reference
Explain the requirements to achieve compliance with ICAO Annex 19 and IOSA SMS standards

Course content

Levels of safety risk decision making

Importance of an evidence-based allocation of resources

Safety deficiency, hazard, potential consequence and safety risk

Steps involved in monitoring safety performance

Safety risk profiles

Safety reporting program

Who should attend

Airline operations managers

Corporate and operational safety managers, analysts, coordinators

Postholders

Quality managers

Certificate awarded

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.

Exam information

Will be conducted in Georgia at 1 of these 6 Airports depending on weather and flight tasking.

Natakhtari

Batumi

Tbilisi

Telavi

Kutaisi

Amrolauri

FAQ

Do I need a visa to study in Georgia?

Citizens of many CIS and European countries can enter Georgia without a visa and stay here for up to one year. We can help with an invitation if needed.

Where does the training take place?

The theoretical part (if needed) is conducted online. The flight training takes place at Natakhtari Airfield (Georgia).

Is it possible to pay for the training in installments?

Yes. All courses are paid in stages — you only pay for the current module (PPL, flight hours, etc.).

Do you provide student accommodation?

Yes. We offer accommodation either directly at the airfield or nearby Mtskheta area.

What level of English do I need?

A basic level is enough to start. Aviation English (ICAO) exam will be required — we help organize it online.

I have never flown before. Can I start from scratch?

No. For CPL(A) you must already have a PPL(A) license. If you don’t have it yet, start with PPL(A) course.

Can I start training without a medical certificate?

You will need a Class 1 Medical Certificate for CPL(A) practical training and licensing.

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