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ACSF provides support and guidance to individuals, companies and organizations who are interested in achieving the highest standards of safety in their air charter operations. This includes providing resources, tools and industry best practices to promote safe and reliable air charter operations.

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is a nonprofit organization governed by a Board of Directors composed of representatives from all sectors of the on-demand air charter industry. Additionally, it receives generous contributions from organizations within the airline industry as well as private individuals dedicated to raising awareness about aviation safety issues.

The ACSF promotes safety through its various programs such as its Safety Management System (SMS) program which focuses on introducing and implementing SMS into on-demand air operators. Additionally, it provides guidance and assistance regarding safety audits, flight risk assessments, training programs and other regulatory compliance topics relevant to the field of aviation.

Yes, ACSF offers a Aircraft Operator Certification Program (AOCP). Participating aircraft operators can earn AOCP certification following an audit process verifying their commitment towards meeting high standards of organizational management practices and procedures relating to their maintenance program and operations overall, including personnel training and qualifications, aircraft maintenance records management and customer service practices.

Individuals interested in becoming members with ACSF can join via subscription plans starting at 5/year which grants access to all educational materials provided by the foundation. Membership also creates an opportunity for individuals to get involved with our Flight Risk Assessments which help assess potential safety risks associated with particular flights being planned or operated by aircraft owners or operators through web based applications developed by our team.