Safety Management Systems for 14 CFR Part 21 Type and Production Certificate Holders

Course Overview

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Safety Management Systems (SMS) tailored specifically for organizations holding 14 CFR Part 21 Type and Production Certificates. It covers regulatory frameworks, ICAO standards, and FAA implementation requirements, enabling participants to build, lead, and sustain effective SMS programs aligned with global best practices.

Learning Objectives

• Understand ICAO and FAA definitions and frameworks for SMS.
• Explore the Four Pillars of SMS and their relevance to Part 21 organizations.
• Navigate key regulations such as 14 CFR Part 5, Part 21, and FAA Advisory Circulars.
• Develop effective safety policies and assign clear safety accountabilities.
• Apply risk management and hazard identification techniques.
• Measure and assure safety performance using SPIs, SPTs, and audits.
• Promote safety culture through training and leadership engagement.
• Overcome implementation challenges using structured approaches and tools.
• Align organizational SMS efforts with ICAO, EASA, and FAA standards.
• Analyze real-world case studies involving design and production safety failures.

Course Modules

Module 1: Introduction to Safety Management System

• 1.1 Aviation and Safety
• 1.2 SMS - ICAO’s Definition
• 1.3 ICAO – Core Principles
• 1.4 Importance of SMS in the aviation industry
• 1.5 Case Study: Lion Air Indonesia – When Safety Fails, Everyone Pays

Module 2: SMS and the Four Pillars

• 2.1 What is a Safety Management System?
• 2.2 Scope of SMS
• 2.3 SMS Framework
• 2.4 Benefits of SMS for Part 21 Certificate Holders

Module 3: SMS Regulatory Framework for Part 21 Type and Production Certificate Holders

• 3.1 Overview of ICAO Annex 19
• 3.2 Introduction to SMS as Outlined in 14 CFR Part 5
• 3.3 Overview of 14 CFR Part 21
• 3.4 AC 21-58 - SMS for Part 21 Type and Production Certificate Holders
• 3.5 FAA Regulations: Implementation of SMS and Deadlines
• 3.6 Role of Regulating Bodies in SMS Implementation

Module 4: Safety Policy and Objectives

• 4.1 Management Commitment and Responsibility
• 4.2 Safety Policy Statement as a Foundation of SMS
• 4.3 SMS Safety Accountabilities
• 4.4 Roles of Key Safety Personnel
• 4.5 Coordination of Emergency Response Planning
• 4.6 SMS Documentation
• 4.7 Effective Communication and Policy Implementation

Module 5: Safety Risk Management (SRM)

• 5.1 Hazard Identification: Definitions of Hazard and Risk
• 5.2 Identification Methods: Reactive, Proactive, and Predictive
• 5.3 Reporting Culture: Mandatory vs. Voluntary
• 5.4 Promoting Open Reporting
• 5.5 Risk Matrix: Evaluating Severity and Probability
• 5.6 Strategies for Mitigating and Controlling Risks

Module 6: Safety Assurance (SA)

• 6.1 3Ms - Monitoring, Measuring, and Managing Safety
• 6.2 SPIs - Safety Performance Indicators
• 6.3 SPTs - Safety Performance Targets
• 6.4 Internal Safety Audits
• 6.5 Management of Change (MOC)
• 6.6 Continuous Improvement of SMS
• 6.7 5 Whys Technique: Root Cause Analysis
• 6.8 External Audits and Certifications (IOSA, WYVERN)
• 6.9 Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) in SMS

Module 7: Safety Promotion

• 7.1 Safety Culture and Its Importance
• 7.2 SMS Training - Scope and Participation
• 7.3 Safety Communication Methods
• 7.4 Fostering Safety Culture and Overcoming Barriers
• 7.5 Role of Leadership in Promoting Safety

Module 8: Implementing and Managing SMS

• 8.1 Implementation Planning
• 8.2 Phased Implementation Approach
• 8.3 Challenges and Barriers to SMS Implementation
• 8.4 Strategies to Overcome Challenges
• 8.5 SMS Evaluation Tools
• 8.6 Future of SMS: Data and AI for Predictive Safety

Module 9: Harmonization with Global Standards

• 9.1 Safety Management International Collaboration Group (SM ICG)
• 9.2 FAA, ICAO, and EASA Alignment
• 9.3 Benefits of Harmonization
• 9.4 Harmonization in Type Certification & Cross-Border Acceptance

Module 10: Case Studies – Part 21 Incidents

• 10.1 B737 Max MCAS and Production Flaws
• 10.2 B787 Structural and Production Issues & Whistleblowers

Who Should Attend?

• Maintenance Personnel
• Quality & Compliance Managers
• Safety Officers and Auditors
• Civil Aviation Authorities
• Airline and Airport Operations Personnel

Final Assessment & Certification

Upon completion, participants will take a final assessment to demonstrate their understanding. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to those who meet the passing criteria.

• Mode: Online
• Course Duration: 150 Minutes
• Validity: 365 Days
• We carefully evaluate the candidates taking up this course. Email us at info@academyaviationonline.com and share your interest in taking up this course.