Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) Expands Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) with Addition of Novus Jet Charter and Otter Air Services

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is proud to announce the expansion of its Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP) with the inclusion of two esteemed members, Novus Jet Charter (novusjets.com) based in Boca Raton, FL, and Otter Air Services (flyotter.com) located in Grand Rapids, MI. 

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Shaan Bhanji Joins the Air Charter Safety Foundation Board of Governors

Shaan Bhanji Joins the Air Charter Safety Foundation Board of Governors

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) is thrilled to announce the addition of Shaan Bhanji to its Board of Governors. Bhanji, founder of the revolutionary platform FlyEasy, which was recently acquired by Tuvoli, brings a dynamic blend of technology development expertise, marketing acumen, and deep-rooted industry relationships to the ACSF.

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Boomerang Air Charter, Saturn Aviation, and Lionheart Holdings Join ACSF's ASAP Program

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF), an organization dedicated to promoting and enhancing safety within the private aviation sector for the past 15 years, is proud to announce the addition of three distinguished members to its esteemed roster - Boomerang Air Charter, Saturn Aviation, and Part 91 operator Lionheart Holdings, Inc. These just culture-minded companies have made a pivotal commitment to advancing aviation safety by joining the ACSF's Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP). 

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Air Charter Safety Foundation Urges Rapid Adoption of Safety Management Tools Following Recent Tragic Incidents

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF) extends its deepest condolences to the families and friends affected by the recent loss of 10 individuals in aviation accidents. As the industry mourns these tragic events, ACSF emphasizes the critical need for the swift implementation of essential safety systems across all Part 91, 91K, and Part 135 operations.

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ACSF Adds Lone Mountain Jet Management to its Aviation Safety Action Program

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF), a leading advocate for safety in the private aviation industry, proudly announces the addition of Lone Mountain Jet Management, a leader in aircraft management services, to its distinguished Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP)

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K. Scott Griffith to Keynote 2024 ACSF Safety Symposium

K. Scott Griffith to Keynote 2024 ACSF Safety Symposium

Author, pilot and aviation safety trailblazer K. Scott Griffith will deliver the opening keynote at the 2024 ACSF Safety Symposium, to be held April 1-3, 2024 on the campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU), in Daytona Beach, Florida. Hosted by the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero), the annual aviation safety event brings together 200+ aviation leaders and students to gain insights and learn best practices, as well as share lessons learned.

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ACSF to Provide Low-Cost FDM Solution with ForeFlight Flight Data Analysis

ACSF to Provide Low-Cost FDM Solution with ForeFlight Flight Data Analysis

Last year, at the NBAA’s Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition, the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero) launched a Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) program with its technology partners, AirSync and CloudAhoy. Now, at this year’s NBAA-BACE, the ACSF is announcing a further collaboration with ForeFlight, a Boeing Company, the aviation technology firm that acquired CloudAhoy earlier this year.

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ACSF Launches “MAP” Aviation Safety Coaching Program at #NBAA2023

Time, money and resources are all luxuries that aviation safety managers typically lack when it comes to implementing and maintaining a robust Safety Management System, as well as other programs, such as Flight Data Monitoring and safety reporting. That’s why the Air Charter Safety Foundation (acsf.aero) is launching a brand-new Member Assistance Program (MAP) at this week’s NBAA Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (#NBAA2023) in Las Vegas. The ACSF’s MAP is a tailor-made aviation-safety coaching, mentoring and training program to help aviation organizations on their “Pathway to Safety.”

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Jet 1 Embraces ACSF's Aviation Safety Action Program

Jet 1, a full-service aircraft sales, charter, and management company based in Naples, Florida, is the latest aviation organization to join the Air Charter Safety Foundation (acsf.aero), and participate in the ACSF’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP). The ACSF is a non-profit organization with more than 320 member companies whose mission is to lead and support the advancement of the highest safety standards available.

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LJ Aviation and Sun Air Jets Successfully Renew ACSF Audit

The Air Charter Safety Foundation has announced that two of its members, LJ Aviation and Sun Air Jets, have successfully renewed their biennial status on the Industry Audit Standard (IAS) registry. The ACSF's IAS is recognized as an all-encompassing aviation audit for Part 135 and Part 91 aircraft operators, ensuring the highest levels of safety and operational excellence in the business aviation industry.

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Intermountain Health Joins ASAP

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ASCF.aero), a non-profit organization which supports the highest safety standards for more than 320 business, charter and fractional operators in the aviation industry, announced that four certificate holders owned and operated under the parent company Intermountain Health will participate in the ACSF’s Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).

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ACSF Adds Alexander Evans and Andrew Ha to Growing Team

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ASCF.aero), a non-profit organization that supports the highest safety standards for more than 315 business, charter and fractional operators in the aviation industry, today announced two additions to its growing team. Filling critical roles at the ACSF are Alexander Evans, who will serve as the new Assistant Director of Safety; and Andrew Ha, who has been named Programs Administrator.

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ACSF Appoints Burns to CEO, Hires Carpenter as Executive Director

Todd Weeber, Chairman of the Air Charter Safety Foundation (ASCF.aero), announced that the ACSF’s Executive Board has expanded the role of Bryan Burns, the organization’s President. Effective immediately, Burns will serve as both President & CEO of the Foundation. Additionally, the ACSF has hired its first-ever Executive Director, Debi Carpenter, who will lead the organization’s membership development, grant-writing and fundraising efforts.

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Four Aircraft Charter Operators Complete ACSF’s Biennial Industry Audit Standard

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero), a 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to promote aviation safety among general and business aviation operators, has recently reregistered four Member companies on its Industry Audit Standard (IAS) Registry.

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Aviation Safety Compliance Joins ACSF, Becomes IAS Auditor

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero), a non-profit organization that supports the highest safety standards for more than 310 aviation-focused business, charter and fractional operators, welcomes the newly formed aviation safety consultancy, Aviation Safety Compliance of St. Petersburg, Florida, as its newest affiliate member. The firm has also become an ACSF-accredited auditor for the Industry Audit Standard (IAS).

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ACSF Welcomes Mercy Flights Inc. to its Membership and Aviation Safety Action Program

ACSF Welcomes Mercy Flights Inc. to its Membership and Aviation Safety Action Program

The Air Charter Safety Foundation (ACSF.aero), a non-profit organization that supports the highest safety standards for more than 310 aviation-focused businesses, charter and fractional operators, announced today that Mercy Flights Inc., of Medford, Oregon, has become its newest member. Additionally, the company will participate in the ACSF’s third-party facilitation of the FAA’s voluntary Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).

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