FAA Part 5 SMS Deadline: 5 Things Every US Operator Must Know
Trustflight
01:01:20
The clock is ticking — the FAA has mandated that all covered US operators implement a compliant Safety Management System by May 28, 2027. For operators still wondering what this means for them, true compliance goes beyond a manual or an out-of-the-box solution. The FAA expects demonstrated competence, active leadership engagement, and a living safety culture.
In this webinar, join Steve Hough and Thomas Lemaire as we walk through what the regulation requires, where most operators stand today, and how to build an SMS that meets Part 5 and actually works in practice.
You'll walk away with:
• A clear understanding of what Part 5 mandates for operators
• A framework for building and documenting a compliant SMS program
• The most common gaps operators miss, and how to close them before the deadline
Whether you are starting from scratch or looking to close gaps in an existing framework, this session will give you a clear, practical path to compliance with 12 months still on the clock.
Speakers
Steve Hough
Principal Consultant, Safety Management Systems
Steve Hough provides highly specialist advisory services to senior management teams and technical experts across Operators, Maintenance organisations and Regulatory Authorities. He has over 25 years of experience in civil and military aviation and offers clients a wealth of safety expertise in safety management and investigation. He leads training and consultancy projects aimed at supporting cultural change and effective safety management.
Thomas Lemaire
Sales Manager
Thomas Lemaire (M. Eng) is a Sales Manager at TrustFlight, working with aviation operators to identify safety and compliance solutions that fit the scale and complexity of their operations. With a focus on understanding the practical challenges facing aviation teams, Thomas helps organisations move from fragmented processes to connected, operational-ready systems.
FAA Part 5 SMS Deadline: 5 Things Every US Operator Must Know
01:01:20