Aviation Safety Solutions

What Aviation Safety Solutions does

Aviation Safety Solutions, Inc. is a privately held, founder-led aviation safety consultancy founded in 2013 and headquartered in Janesville, Wisconsin. The firm helps corporate flight departments, charter operators (Part 91 and Part 135), Part 145 repair stations, Part 21 manufacturers, flight schools, airports, and IS-BAO-registered operators implement Safety Management Systems compliant with FAA Part 5 and ICAO Annex 19. Its portfolio spans training courses (3-day FAA SMS Workshops at $3,999, Internal Auditor Training at $295, IS-BAO Protocol Standardization at $750), audit and gap-analysis services (FAA Part 5 SMS Audit at $8,000 plus travel, IS-BAO Gap Analysis at $4,500), manual coaching ($5,200), and recurring subscriptions (Custom SMS Training for Operators and Accountable Executives at $1,250-$1,850/year; Business Aviation Benchmark Partnership at $4,500/year). Underpinning the offerings is the Skyla software platform, which hosts the BABP data-sharing program and provides flight-department tooling.

The business model is a hybrid of professional services (audits, gap analyses, manual development, on-site consulting) and a Teachable-hosted Training Academy with publicly disclosed pricing for both one-time purchases and annual subscriptions. Distribution is concentrated in event-driven, direct enterprise sales through NBAA BACE, Bombardier Safety Standdown, ACSF Safety Symposium, regional safety days, and channel relationships including the June 2026 Starr Insurance Companies Safety Partnership, in tandem with self-serve online course purchases. The firm is an IS-BAO-preferred provider whose CEO Amanda Ferraro serves as World Lead IS-BAO Auditor, and the firm has cumulatively served approximately 140 operators globally including Fortune 500 corporate flight departments such as Oshkosh Corporation and ABC Supply Co.

Operationally, the company is small (11-50 employees), bootstrapped with no disclosed funding rounds, and remains single-name-dependent on its founder, who also leads the NBAA SMS Safety Committee. The strategic posture is to monetize the FAA Part 5 compliance window through training-led front-end offers that convert into higher-margin audit, manual, and recurring-subscription engagements.

Name

Aviation Safety Solutions

Legal name

Aviation Safety Solutions, Inc.

Website

https://avsafetysolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Aviation Safety Solutions is a founder-led consultancy that provides FAA Part 5 SMS and IS-BAO training, auditing, and consulting services to corporate flight departments, charter and Part 91/135 operators, Part 145 repair stations, and aviation manufacturers worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Safety Consulting

NAICS

Support Activities for Air Transportation (4881), Other Support Activities for Air Transportation (488190)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Safety Management Systems (SMS) & Operational Compliance (THABAIAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Regulatory, Compliance & Type Training (FAA/EASA/ICAO, Part 147/145) (EDAOAFAN)

Keywords

• Aviation safety consulting
• Safety Management Systems
• FAA Part 5 compliance
• IS-BAO auditing
• Aviation safety training

Headquarters

HQ city

Beloit

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Training Academy - Workshops & Courses: In-person and virtual FAA SMS Workshops for Safety Managers priced at $3,999 for 3-day intensive training. Online self-paced courses including IS-BAO Protocol Standardization ($750), Internal Auditor Training ($295), Emergency Response Training bundles ($800-$850), and various digital products and checklists. Revenue recognized upon course enrollment.
2. Training Academy - Subscription Products: Annual subscription programs including Custom SMS Training for Operators ($1,850/year), Custom SMS Training for Accountable Executives ($1,250/year), and Business Aviation Benchmark Partnership BABP ($4,500/year). Continuous revenue from recurring subscriptions with product updates included.
3. IS-BAO Auditing & Gap Analysis: IS-BAO Stage 1, 2, and 3 auditing services and gap analysis. Gap Analysis for IS-BAO priced at $4,500 includes manual review, IS-BAO stage record completion, and conformance plan development. On-site audits require 2-day commitment with optional third day for observation flights.
4. FAA Part 5 SMS Compliance Audit: Two-day comprehensive FAA Part 5 SMS audit priced at $8,000 plus travel expenses for one location. Multiple location pricing available upon request. Results in Certificate of Conformance for FAA compliance evidence.
5. Custom SMS Manual Development: One-on-one coaching service for developing FAA Part 5 / ICAO Custom SMS Manual at $5,200 one-time purchase. Includes personalized manual development tailored to operator specifications.
6. Safety Assistance Program: Ongoing consulting and support program for operators seeking sustained SMS guidance and implementation assistance. Currently closed for enrollment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Aviation Safety Solutions provides Safety Management System (SMS) consulting, internal auditing, training, and auditing services to aviation operators worldwide. Offerings center on a Training Academy (FAA SMS Workshops, IS-BAO and Internal Auditor online courses, Emergency Response Training), FAA Part 5 and IS-BAO auditing and gap analysis services, custom SMS manual coaching, and the proprietary Skyla software platform that supports flight department safety management and the Business Aviation Benchmark Partnership data-sharing program.

Product overview

Aviation Safety Solutions offers a comprehensive portfolio of aviation safety products and services built around its Skyla software platform. The core offerings include FAA SMS Workshop training courses, Internal Auditor Training, IS-BAO Protocol Standardization courses, and Custom SMS Training subscriptions for operators and accountable executives. The company provides audit services including FAA Part 5 SMS Audits and IS-BAO Gap Analysis, along with consulting services for SMS implementation, safety assistance programs, and manual development. The Training Academy offers self-paced courses including Emergency Response Training bundles, FAA Part 5 gap checklists, and the Business Aviation Benchmark Partnership (BABP) data sharing platform. Services are delivered through in-person workshops, online courses, on-site auditing, and ongoing subscription programs, serving flight operators, Part 135 operators, Part 145 repair stations, and corporate flight departments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Skyla Software Platform Next-generation software platform designed to help flight departments and operators worldwide achieve the highest level of safety and professionalism; serves as the underlying technology for the Business Aviation Benchmark Partnership (BABP) data-sharing program and customer SMS recordkeeping.
• FAA SMS Workshop Three-day in-person or virtual workshop for Safety Managers providing FAA Part 5 compliant SMS framework development, customization of SMS manuals and processes, plug-and-play tools and templates, and step-by-step compliance guidance; participants receive 4 NBAA Continuing Education credits.
• Internal Auditor Training Online, self-paced course teaching aviation professionals how to plan, conduct, and follow up on effective internal audits supporting SMS and regulatory compliance, including building annual audit schedules, preparing audits, classifying findings, and developing corrective actions.
• IS-BAO Protocol Standardization Course 21st Edition Self-paced course developed in partnership with IBAC explaining IS-BAO standards in easy-to-follow tutorials, designed to help individuals achieve IS-BAO certification and prepare for IS-BAO audits; reviewed and approved by IBAC and worth 1 NBAA CAM credit.
• Custom SMS Training - Operators Annual subscription training program providing custom SMS training for operators with ongoing updates throughout the year for continuous SMS program maintenance.
• Custom SMS Training - Accountable Executive Annual subscription training program designed for Accountable Executives covering their specific responsibilities and leadership requirements within an SMS framework.
• FAA Part 5 SMS Audit Two-day on-site or remote audit evaluating all FAA Part 5 SMS components (Safety Policy, Safety Risk Management, Safety Assurance, Safety Promotion); successful completion yields a Certificate of Conformance, priced at $8,000 plus travel for one location.
• Gap Analysis for IS-BAO IS-BAO gap analysis service in which auditors review operator manuals, complete IS-BAO documentation, and provide recommendations for conformance to IS-BAO standards; includes a virtual meeting to understand goals and timeframe, priced at $4,500.
• Internal Audit Checklist Comprehensive checklist package covering manuals, OSHA compliance, and aircraft inspection designed to help organizations meet regulatory compliance, international standards, and industry best practices.
• FAA Part 5 SMS Gap Checklist Free downloadable checklist that distills 14 CFR Part 5 into clear, auditable elements with the exact questions FAA inspectors use to assess compliance; used as a top-of-funnel lead generation tool.
• FAA Part 5 Differences Documentation resource explaining the differences between ICAO Annex 19 SMS and FAA Part 5 requirements, designed for organizations that already have an SMS and need to transition their program.
• FAA Part 5 / ICAO Custom SMS Manual Coaching One-on-one coaching service to develop FAA Part 5 / ICAO compliant SMS manuals tailored to specific organizational needs, priced at $5,200 one-time.
• Emergency Response Training & Exercise Bundle Scenario-based training combining leadership and frontline staff training with an immersive animated emergency response exercise built around an aircraft accident scenario, incorporating FAA Part 5 SMS principles and ICAO Annex 19 concepts.
• Safety Culture Assessment One-time purchase assessment service to evaluate and improve organizational safety culture within aviation flight departments.
• Business Aviation Benchmark Partnership (BABP) Annual subscription data-sharing program hosted on the Skyla platform that enables operators (IS-BAO, BASC, Air Charter, Safety Foundation, Wyvern, ARGUS) to share operational and safety data across categories including Administration, Aircraft Insurance, Emergency Response, and Safety Management Systems, providing global polling, operator collaboration, and industry benchmarking at $4,500/year.
• Aviation Auditing Services Comprehensive aviation safety auditing services leveraging IS-BAO auditor standing, including on-site and off-site auditing with encryption and confidentiality protections for airlines, corporate flight departments, and operators.
• SMS Implementation Services Safety Management System implementation services to help organizations establish compliant, effective, and scalable SMS programs aligned with FAA Part 5 requirements.
• Safety Assistance Program Ongoing support program providing recurring safety assistance to organizations implementing or maintaining SMS programs (currently closed for enrollment per source).
• Aviation Safety Consulting Services Aviation safety consulting ranging from full-day on-site evaluations to IS-BAO registration support and FAA Part 5 SMS implementation advice, including customized project development for any SMS stage or component.

Quantifiable outcome

• Organizations typically need 6 to 12 months to implement a compliant SMS
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Starr Insurance Companies (Starr Safety Partnership)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 17 June 2026Aviation Safety Solutions selected to join the Starr Safety Partnership program providing Starr Aviation clients access to specialized safety resources and expertise. Services offered include FAA SMS workshops, manual development, audits, and training to aviation operators. Partnership addresses expanding FAA Safety Management System requirements across the aviation industry.
• IBAC (International Business Aviation Council)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerIBAC is the governing body for IS-BAO. Aviation Safety Solutions is an IS-BAO preferred provider and has developed the IS-BAO Protocol Standardization Course in partnership with IBAC. The course has been reviewed and approved by IBAC. CEO Amanda Ferraro serves as World Lead IS-BAO Auditor providing standardization and training for all IS-BAO auditors globally.
• NBAA (National Business Aviation Association)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerNBAA is a primary industry association partner. Aviation Safety Solutions maintains strong presence at NBAA events including BACE and Schedulers & Dispatchers Conference. CEO Amanda Ferraro leads the NBAA SMS Safety Committee (2020-present). FAA SMS Workshop approved for 4 NBAA CAM credits.
• Fireside Partners Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFireside Partners is featured on Aviation Safety Solutions website as a supporting partner. They collaborate on ERP (Emergency Response Plan) presentations during FAA SMS Workshops, providing comprehensive emergency response training content.
• Advanced Aircrew AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFeatured as a supporting partner on the Aviation Safety Solutions website. Both organizations serve the aviation training and safety education market with complementary course offerings.
• Air Care InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporting partner featured on Aviation Safety Solutions website. Both organizations focus on aviation safety and emergency response services for operators.
• CASI (Corporate Aviation Safety International)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupporting partner featured on Aviation Safety Solutions website. Both organizations serve the business aviation safety market.
• Aviation Performance Solutions (APS)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerAPS hosted the FAA SMS Workshop in Mesa, Arizona from February 24-26, representing an expansion of Aviation Safety Solutions workshop series to new geographic locations. APS provides training facility for workshop delivery.
• Non Nullable LLCminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWebsite development partner credited for the Aviation Safety Solutions website development.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Corporate Aviation Safety International (CASI): CASI provides business aviation safety services including SMS consulting, IS-BAO auditing, and training — directly competing with Aviation Safety Solutions across the same target customer base (corporate flight departments and Part 135 operators). Listed as a supporting partner on the ASS website, indicating heavy product/market overlap.
• Conklin & de Decker: Aviation consulting firm serving business aviation operators with services including SMS implementation, operations audits, and regulatory compliance support. Direct competitor to ASS for corporate flight department consulting.
• Baldwin Safety & Compliance: Aviation safety management consulting firm offering SMS implementation, IS-BAO/IS-BAH audits, and training to operators worldwide. Closely comparable niche consulting model targeting the same buyer.
• Aviation Management Associates: Aviation consulting firm providing SMS consulting, audit services, and safety training to corporate flight departments and Part 135 operators. Directly comparable niche competitor in business aviation safety consulting.

Broad incumbents

• Flight Safety International: Global leader in aviation training, offering pilot training, safety programs, and SMS-related services to commercial and business aviation operators. Much larger and broader in scope but overlaps on aviation safety training and consulting for the same enterprise buyer personas.
• CAE: Large aviation training and simulation provider serving commercial airlines, business aviation, and helicopter operators. While primarily focused on pilot/simulator training, CAE has expanded into safety services and digital aviation solutions, making it a broad incumbent in adjacent aviation training markets.
• Jeppesen (Boeing): A Boeing subsidiary providing aviation navigation, operations, and training services to commercial and business aviation operators. Overlaps with ASS through flight operations services and safety-related content for the same operator persona.
• ICF International: Major consulting firm with an aviation practice offering safety management, regulatory compliance, and operational consulting to FAA, airlines, and airports. Competes for SMS consulting engagements with government and large commercial aviation clients.
• Leidos: Large federal and aviation systems integrator providing safety, regulatory, and operational consulting to FAA and aviation operators. Significant overlap on FAA-aligned safety and compliance work at the enterprise/government level.

Emerging players

• SMS Pro / SafetySkills: Software-led aviation and workplace safety training platform serving operators seeking scalable SMS training. Less services-heavy than ASS but competes for training budget and software seats within the same compliance buyer.

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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