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An Industry Sponsored Alternative for SMS Compliance

This article is the fifth in a series to simplify the understanding of the SMS processes. The entire series can be found here.

The previous article addressed the current dilemma for operators of States without guidance for safety management system (SMS) implementation.  For those who operate across International boundaries red flags ought to be flying high.

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The Fair Treatment for Experienced Pilots Act (H. R. 4343), which became law (Public Law No: 110-135) on December 13, 2007, extended the federal age standard for pilots of large commercial aircraft from 60 to 65 years of age.  A provision of the act requires the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) to report, no later than 24 months after its enactment, the effect, if any, of the change on aviation safety.

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What is the Law – Really

This article is the third in a series to simplify the understanding of the SMS processes. The entire series can be found here.

According to the Convention on International Civil Aviation (also known as Chicago Convention), States that are signatory to the United Nations agree to comply with the Standards and Recommendations (SARPS) of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

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On July 23, 2009, the FAA published an advance notice of proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) pertaining to implementation of safety management system (SMS) for certain operators.

The ANPRM solicits public comments on a potential rulemaking that would require certain part 21, 119, 121, 125, 135, 141, 142, and 145 certificate holders, product manufacturers, applicants, and employers to develop a Safety Management System.

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