GAMA Statement on FAA SMS Final Rule

WASHINGTON, D.C. – General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) President and CEO, Pete Bunce, issued the following statement regarding the FAA issuing its final rule on Safety Management System (SMS): 

“Safety is the top priority for the aviation industry and as a strong supporter of SMS standards for aviation manufacturers for many years, GAMA welcomes the FAA’s final rule. SMS is a structured and proactive approach to managing safety, fostering a robust safety culture that positively impacts a company’s management, employees, products and services, and strengthens communication and the resolution of safety issues across all levels and disciplines of the company. We appreciate the FAA Aircraft Certification Service for working with manufacturers on the voluntary SMS program and applaud the FAA for issuing this final rule to further strengthen our aviation safety systems through SMS implementation and oversight. We also recognize the U.S. Congress for its support of SMS and the important legislative contribution to the completion of this rulemaking.” 

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GAMA is an international trade association representing over 150 of the world's leading manufacturers of general aviation airplanes and rotorcraft, engines, avionics, components and related services. GAMA's members also operate repair stations, fixed based operations, pilot and maintenance training facilities and manage fleets of aircraft. For more information, visit GAMA's website at www.GAMA.aero.