SSi

What SSi does

SSi (Safety & Security Instruction, Inc.), founded in 2006 and headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, is a privately held provider of e-learning and compliance training services purpose-built for the aviation industry. Its core asset is the proprietary iLS™ (Interactive Learning System) Training Portal — a cloud-based, SCORM- and AICC-compliant web LMS through which the company delivers on-demand regulatory training to airports, ports, aviation businesses, and individual aviation workers. The product surface includes the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) Certification and Trusted Agent Credentialing (TAC) programs required under 49 CFR Part 1542, a 12-module §139 Curriculum Suite covering FAA Part 139 airfield operations, an ARFF Recurrent Training curriculum aligned with 14 CFR Part 139.319 and NFPA standards, plus ancillary courses on Title VI compliance, DHS/TSA Blue Lightning (human trafficking), Aviation Worker Screening, and related safety/security topics.

SSi monetizes through a hybrid revenue model: (1) one-time individual course licenses priced $25–$495 per seat, sold self-serve via an e-commerce catalog portal; (2) recurring annual subscriptions for organizational unlimited access (e.g., ARFF Recurrent starting at $295/year per seat with multi-user discounts); (3) flat-fee monthly enterprise contracts covering airports and aviation tenants for custom training plans; and (4) professional-services revenue from ARFF consulting (a 4-phase compile-review-recommend-deliver methodology) and custom eLearning course development including on-site video production. Distribution is dual-track: a product-led self-serve portal for individuals and an enterprise field-sales motion for airports and aviation operators. The company has trained over 300,000 participants, served 70–100+ airports, ports, and businesses, and delivered over 1 million secure training sessions annually.

Operationally, SSi is a U.S. SBA-certified Women-Owned Small Business and Arizona Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, with regulatory relationships spanning TSA, FAA, ICAO, EPA, and OSHA. In May 2025, SSi was acquired by AirTera to create what the acquirer describes as aviation's first unified platform for identity management, safety, security, and dynamic training automation; SSi continues to operate as Safety and Security Instruction, LLC DBA AirTera. SSi also partners with Adams and Associates on the Airport Talent Center workforce-development initiative.

Name

SSi

Legal name

SSi, Inc.

Website

https://ssinstruction.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SSi (Safety & Security Instruction) provides proprietary online compliance training courses and the iLS Training Portal for airports, ports, and aviation businesses, covering TSA and FAA regulatory requirements including ASC, TAC, Part 139, and ARFF recurrent training.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Compliance Training

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Computer Training (61142)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation Security (AVSEC) Training (BPAKAOAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

Keywords

• Aviation training solutions
• Airport security compliance
• ARFF training programs
• ELearning aviation courses
• Part 139 training

Headquarters

HQ city

Tucson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Individual Course Sales: Individual learners purchase single courses directly through the online portal at prices ranging from $25 to $495 per course. Registration and immediate online access.
2. Annual Subscriptions: Organizations purchase annual subscriptions for unlimited access to training curricula. For example, ARFF Recurrent Training offers unlimited access starting at $295 annually per individual with multi-user discounts available.
3. Group/Corporate Training Plans: Custom training plans for airports and businesses with one low monthly fee. Includes easy implementation and adaptation to TSA and FAA requirement changes.
4. Consulting Services: ARFF consulting services including program evaluation, equipment assessment, staffing review, and training program evaluation using a 4-phase approach: compile, review, recommend, deliver.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

SSi designs, develops, and delivers online compliance training courses and consulting services for the aviation industry. Its proprietary iLS (Interactive Learning System) Training Portal delivers web-based TSA, FAA, and ICAO-aligned training for airport security, ARFF, and Part 139 operations, supported by a proprietary content library of course modules, videos, and interactive courseware. The company serves both individual aviation workers via self-serve course purchases and airports/businesses via enterprise subscriptions, custom curriculum development, and consulting engagements.

Product overview

SSi (Safety and Security Instruction), now operating as dba AirTera, offers a comprehensive aviation and airport training ecosystem built on its proprietary iLS™ Training Portal. The core offering centers on regulatory compliance training for airports, including the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) Certification and Trusted Agent Credentialing (TAC) programs required under 49 CFR 1542, plus the §139 Curriculum Suite of 12 modules covering Part 139 airport operations requirements. SSi provides ARFF Recurrent Training (10+ hour NFPA-based curriculum) and ARFF Consulting Services using a 4-phase evaluation process. The portfolio extends to Custom Course Development (multimedia eLearning creation), Simple Course Builder (self-service course authoring), Airport Consulting for compliance with FAA/TSA regulations, and the Airport Talent Center workforce development initiative operated in partnership with Adams and Associates. The platform supports both individual course purchases and organizational subscriptions, delivering over 1 million training sessions annually across 70+ airports and ports. Following the May 2025 acquisition by AirTera℠, SSi's training capabilities are being integrated into a unified platform combining identity management, safety, security, and dynamic training automation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• iLS Training Portal SSi's proprietary Interactive Learning System cloud-based online platform for web-based delivery of aviation safety and security training content. Supports SCORM and AICC compliant modules, tracks training progress, and maintains training records. Used by airports and aviation businesses to deliver General Airport Operations Training.
• Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) Certification Online Aviation security certification course preparing individuals to perform the functions of the Airport Security Coordinator as required by 49 CFR 1542.3. Covers the Airport Security Plan, TSA and FAA regulations, security directives, and the roles of agencies with security responsibilities.
• Trusted Agent Credentialing (TAC) Online Credentialing training program for airport Trusted Agents who work with ASCs and Authorized Signatories for issuing airport identification to badge-holders. Covers TSA security directive requirements, current badging technology, and credential document accuracy and fraud prevention.
• §139 Curriculum Suite A 12-module curriculum for Part 139 airport/airfield operations and maintenance personnel covering required FAA topics including ARFF requirements, airfield condition reporting, inspections, certification manual requirements, emergency plans, cargo hazards, fuel service, movement/non-movement area driving, NOTAMs, vehicle security, and wildlife hazards.
• ARFF Recurrent Training 10+ hour Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting curriculum based on NFPA standards and FAA 14 CFR 139.319 annual training requirements. Includes cloud-based recordkeeping, real-time management reporting, and recurring training reminders. Available as individual subscription starting at $295/year.
• ARFF Consulting Services ARFF program evaluation and consulting using a 4-phase process: Compile, Review, Recommend, and Deliver. Includes evaluation of ARFF training programs, equipment, facilities, staffing, and Airport Emergency Plan reviews.
• Line Fuel Service Training Fuel safety training covering inspections, storage, dispensing, and fire safety procedures. FAA-listed in AC 150/5230-4 Addendum as meeting requirements of 49 CFR 139.321.
• Custom Course Development Custom eLearning course creation services providing multimedia capabilities including research, storyboarding, scriptwriting, 2D/3D animation, on-site video production, green screen studio, and audio production for airports, airlines, seaports, military, and aviation contractors.
• Simple Course Builder Self-service tool enabling creation and deployment of simple interactive eLearning courses using PowerPoint presentations and read-and-sign documents with quiz capabilities. Supports True/False and multiple-choice tests with randomized question banks.
• Airport Consulting & Curriculum Development Compliance consulting for 49 CFR 1542 (airport security programs), 49 CFR 1544 (Ground Security Coordinator training), and Part 139 (emergency management, SMS, ARFF). Includes Airport Compliance Manual writing and Airport Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) training.
• Airport Talent Center (ATC) Onsite workforce development solution for airports created in partnership with Adams and Associates. Provides recruitment, pre-screening, and training for airport job seekers, with focus on veterans, first-time workers, and underserved populations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 1 million secure training sessions delivered annually
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• AirTeracoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2025AirTera acquired Safety and Security Instruction (SSi) in May 2025, combining SSi's aviation training content and systems with AirTera's platform to create aviation's first unified platform for identity, safety, security, and dynamic training. SSi now operates as Safety and Security Instruction, LLC doing business as (DBA) AirTera.
• Adams and Associates Inc.majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdams/SSi partnership created Airport Talent Centers (ATCs) as holistic workforce development solutions for airports. Adams brings 30+ years of workforce development experience with 2,000 employees and placement of 84% of students into careers. SSi provides aviation-specific training content and expertise.
• Transportation Security Administration (TSA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegulatory collaboration with TSA for security training programs compliant with 49 CFR Part 1542 requirements. SSi develops training content aligned with TSA security directives.
• Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegulatory collaboration for FAA-compliant training programs including 14 CFR Part 139 courses. FAA has approved SSi's Line Fuel Service Training course in AC 150/5230-4.
• Airports Council International (ACI)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSSi has collaborated with ACI for global training programs. SSi leadership completed ACI Executive Leadership program. SSi develops training programs for ACI's Safety Certificate program.
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration on environmental compliance training including hazardous materials awareness and recognition per EPA and IATA regulations.
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTraining programs align with OSHA standards for airport and aviation workplace safety requirements.
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational regulatory alignment for global aviation security and safety training standards.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Vector Solutions: Operator of a large compliance and workforce training SaaS platform serving regulated industries including aviation, with SCORM-compliant content delivery and recordkeeping. Comparable to SSi in delivering compliance training to airport and aviation workforces via a self-serve portal.
• TRAINEX: Specialty aviation training company providing airline and airport training including recurrent and compliance programs. Comparable to SSi in delivering recurrent, FAA-aligned training to aviation personnel via structured curricula.
• Aviation Training Academy (ATA): Provider of FAA-approved aviation training programs and Part 139 / Part 121 ground school courses delivered online. Comparable to SSi in offering regulatory-aligned aviation workforce training to airports and operators.

Broad incumbents

• CAE: Global aviation training leader providing pilot training, cabin crew, and air traffic services training, including regulatory-aligned courseware. Comparable to SSi as a regulated aviation training provider, though CAE is far larger and focused on simulator-based flight crew training.
• Jeppesen (a Boeing Company): Boeing subsidiary providing aviation charts, flight planning, and crew/maintenance training, including regulatory-aligned content for airlines and operators. Comparable to SSi in developing FAA-aligned aviation training and operational content, though Jeppesen is significantly larger and broader in scope.
• FlightSafety International: Premier commercial aviation training provider (owned by Berkshire Hathaway) offering pilot, maintenance, and cabin-crew training. Comparable to SSi as a regulated aviation training brand, though FlightSafety focuses on flight crew and simulator-based instruction rather than airport ground operations compliance.

Others

• Airports Council International (ACI): Global airport industry association that develops training programs including the ACI Safety Certificate, with SSi having collaborated on ACI content. Comparable to SSi as a standards-setter and training provider for airport security and operations worldwide.
• American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE): Industry association that delivers accredited airport management training, certification programs, and executive education to airport professionals. Comparable to SSi as a provider of aviation professional training and credentialing, though AAAE is a non-profit association.
• Praxien / Praxair Surface Technologies (training arm not applicable): Aviation services and consulting firm providing airport operations consulting, training, and staffing support. Comparable to SSi in providing aviation consulting services to airports, though Praxien's training footprint is narrower than SSi's catalog.

Emerging players

• Adacel: Aviation technology vendor specializing in air traffic management simulation, ATC training systems, and airspace management software. Comparable to SSi in providing FAA/ICAO-aligned aviation training technology, though Adacel focuses on ATC rather than airport security/operations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ssinstruction2025
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/1922912/admin/dashboard
• Xx.com/WeTrainAirports

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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