Fuzion Safety is proud to announce that American Jet International (AJI) has joined the growing network of Fuzion Safety subscribers. Through this partnership, AJI will leverage Fuzion Safety’s comprehensive safety management system (SMS) platform and ASAP facilitation services.

American Jet International, a Part 135 operator known for its commitment to safety and service, is based in Houston, TX, and operates a fleet of jet and turbine aircraft throughout the country. Using Fuzion Safety’s platform and expertise, AJI will strengthen their SMS while also implementing Fuzion Safety’s ASAP facilitation services to support reporting, analysis, and continuous improvement, bringing added consistency and independence to the review and management of safety reports.

“At American Jet International, safety is the foundation of everything we do. Our partnership with Fuzion Safety enhances our FAA Part 135 Safety Management System by integrating advanced tools and proven methodologies that empower our team to identify, manage, and mitigate risk at every level,” said Sean Borland, AJI Director of Operations.

Fuzion Safety supports aviation organizations with scalable SMS solutions tailored to meet regulatory requirements and operational needs. Fuzion Safety team members are experts in the WBAT platform, giving organizations access to the highest-level WBAT support and training related to all WBAT modules: employee reporting, safety assurance, risk management, safety promotion, and data collection.

“We’re excited to welcome American Jet International to the Fuzion Safety community,” said Kamron Githens, Fuzion Safety’s Program Manager. “AJI’s commitment to safety excellence aligns perfectly with our mission to provide practical, effective SMS solutions. We look forward to supporting their team with the tools and expertise needed to strengthen their safety culture and drive continuous improvement.”

For more information about Fuzion Safety, visit www.fuzionsafety.com.

Fuzion Safety’s Subscriber Spotlight series highlights different subscribers of Fuzion Safety’s web-based platform for safety management systems (SMSs). The series aims to recognize our various valuable subscribers and the different ways the SMS platform is used.

This edition of Fuzion Safety’s Subscriber Spotlight features responses from United Aviate Academy, a Part 141 flight school with 300 employees and 400 students. United Aviate Academy, located in Goodyear, AZ, is a wholly owned subsidiary of United Airlines.

How do you use the WBAT platform?

Safety Reporting and Safety Risk Assessments (SRAs)

What do you consider the most useful part of the WBAT platform?

Confidentiality, accessibility (i.e., WBAT Mobile app), and detail of reports. Have been able to reduce many negative trends.

Please identify a recent safety issue or problem you identified in your data:  

We have identified multiple trends within our flight and maintenance operations that have reduced safety risk by using WBAT.

Please explain how you mitigated the issue or problem:

The Event Review Committee (ERC) develops many mitigations and corrective actions within a “just culture” environment. The largest trend reduction was in the area of air proximities. Through the reports, we were able to identify where the events were occurring and were able to change procedures to mitigate the risks.

Fuzion Safety Academy is offering a HUGE summer discount on computer-based training courses. Each course is just $99!

Are you a frontline employee looking to take your performance to the next level? FAA SMS Training for Frontline Employees is a computer-based training course designed to help you boost your skills and confidence to excel as a frontline employee, enhancing customer interactions and driving team success. You will learn the critical roles within the SMS, which include developing and communicating safety policies, ensuring effective risk management processes are in place, and fostering a positive safety culture throughout the organization.

Are you ready to take your Accountable Executive role to the next level? FAA SMS Training for Accountable Executives is a computer-based training course designed to supercharge your skills and boost your confidence as the person with final authority over organizational operations and ultimate responsibility for safety. You’ll gain the tools and insights needed to lead with clarity and authority. Own your decisions. Champion safety. Lead with purpose. Enroll now and shape the future of your organization!

Why Fuzion Safety Academy?

With decades of experience in the industry, Fuzion Safety’s SMS experts handcrafted this course to ensure participants achieve a full understanding of the fundamentals of FAA compliance. You will receive the knowledge and resources necessary to achieve 14 CFR Part 5 compliance for your organization.

In addition to computer-based training courses, Fuzion Safety also offers Zoom and in-person training options. Visit academy.fuzionsafety.com to learn more or email info@fuzionsafety.com with any questions.

The 2025 Fuzion Safety Conference was held March 4-5, 2025, in Orlando, FL, bringing together a diverse group of safety professionals. The conference, organized by Fuzion Safety, a leader in aviation safety support for over three decades, aimed to share best practices in safety and address the recent regulatory shifts mandating comprehensive safety management systems (SMSs).

This year’s event fostered an inclusive environment where attendees could engage in discussions surrounding safety standards and lessons learned that transcend various industries. The conference featured a lineup of insightful presentations led by experts dedicated to enhancing safety practices.

Highlights:

Jeff Rafferty (Assistant Manager of SMS Program Office, AFS-910) discussed the intricacies of FAA regulations, focusing on Part 5 compliance. His presentation emphasized the core principles of SMS and the pivotal role of fostering a positive safety culture within organizations.

Corey Jones (owner of Safetyman Consulting LLC) provided valuable insights into proactive crisis management strategies. His session, complemented by a hands-on workshop, equipped professionals with techniques to detect and mitigate risks before they escalated into serious issues.

Jenn Trallo Schreiber (Quality and Safety Consultant, Quality Insights, LLC) shared her extensive knowledge on preventing workplace violence through a systems-thinking approach. Her workshop helped participants understand the complexities of workplace dynamics and how to safeguard employees in high-risk environments.

Rick Thompson (licensed clinical social worker) addressed mental health issues in the workplace, shedding light on the rising challenges of employee anxiety, depression, and burnout. His workshop offered practical tools to support mental wellness at work.

Leah Botkin (ASAP Manager, Fuzion Safety) delivered a workshop focused on ASAP facilitation services, ensuring attendees left with practical knowledge to aid their organizations.

Kenneth Stacy (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency [CISA]) discussed the essential services and resources CISA provides to help organizations secure their critical systems. His presentation underscored the increasing importance of cybersecurity in maintaining overall safety.

Jeremy Barclay (Managing Director of Safety, SkyWest Airlines) brought attention to the components of a robust safety culture and continuous improvement. His presentation highlighted the role of safety leaders in fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.

Tiffany Whilden (Director of Safety, Ryan Air) shared insights on creating scalable and simplistic SMSs that prioritize purpose, people, and performance, guiding organizations through the SMS compliance process.

Melvin Rodriguez (CEO, Nexus Software Systems) and Robin Schelling (CEO, SAP Safety & Consulting) provided a critical overview of the necessity for drug and alcohol testing within safety initiatives, emphasizing the proactive role safety professionals must play in promoting awareness and compliance.

Aaron Fettig (Aviation Safety Specialist, University of North Dakota) shed light on the unique challenges faced by collegiate flight training programs in implementing FAA-approved safety initiatives, offering lessons learned along the way.

The conference was made possible by the generous support from Gold sponsors, including Flight Dynamics, AirSync, and Nexus Software Systems. With a wealth of knowledge shared and connections made, the 2025 Fuzion Safety Conference set a powerful precedent for future events, reinforcing the importance of collaboration across industries to enhance safety practices. Attendees left inspired and better equipped to navigate the evolving landscape of safety within their organizations. We look forward to seeing everyone at the next Fuzion Safety Conference!

Calling all safety professionals! Registration is now open for the 2025 Fuzion Safety Conference. Join us March 4-5, 2025, at Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Disney Springs for the premier safety learning experience!

Why attend? Fuzion Safety has been providing direct support to the aviation safety industry for three decades through software, processes, and consulting.

Recent regulatory changes mandating full-blown safety management systems (SMSs) have driven a greater need for aviation safety professionals to look at best practices across industries and for other industries to learn from the many lessons aviation must share as well.

We are assembling a “best practices in safety” conference to highlight and share the lessons learned across industries.

We’re bringing together aviation, rail, cruise, healthcare, energy, manufacturing, and law enforcement professionals to talk safety in a “safe space.”

Interested in sponsoring? Take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to showcase your commitment to safety and connect with professionals from various industries.

By sponsoring the 2025 Fuzion Safety Conference, you will gain visibility and networking opportunities—all while contributing to the overall safety culture across multiple industries!

Email info@fuzionsafety.com if you are interested in becoming a sponsor!

Visit www.fuzionsafety.com/conference to register, meet the speakers, view sponsorship packages, and more!

See you in Orlando!

Fuzion Safety is proud to introduce Victory Lane Aviation (VLA) as the newest subscriber of both the web-based platform for safety management systems (SMSs) and ASAP facilitation services.

VLA started as a small aircraft repair shop with a handful of employees in 2015 and has expanded to one of the top general aviation maintenance companies in the Carolinas with 40 employees, two locations, and a flight school. As the company continues to grow and answer the need for quality aircraft maintenance in the Charlotte area and beyond, VLA endeavors to provide cutting-edge industry knowledge and dedication to the aviation community.

In addition to nationally available emergency “Aircraft On Ground” support (i.e., mobile rapid response maintenance), VLA offers aircraft management, aircraft sales, avionics upgrades, flight instruction, and MRO services in a manner which maintains their trusted name in the aviation industry and their standing as an authorized service center for Garmin, Epic, Textron, Piper, and others.

“As Victory Lane Aviation has grown drastically in the past few years, it has been our number one priority to make safety paramount and ensure this core value is shared with our new employees. Aviation is an ever-growing, ever-changing industry that demands the utmost attention to safety and compliance. To help us prioritize this, Victory Lane Aviation has been working diligently on establishing an ASAP program.

“We are thrilled to partner with Fuzion Safety to help streamline this process. Fuzion Safety’s SMS platform allows us to easily submit and file safety reports as well as action items and centralizes all data in one location. Fuzion Safety’s SMS platform is the most efficient ASAP program we have seen, and we are eager for using the platform to become SOP for Victory Lane Aviation and its employees,” said Dallas Marshall, Director of Maintenance at Victory Lane Aviation.

“Victory Lane Aviation is dedicated to prioritizing safety, and we are proud to work with them as they establish their ASAP program and advance the safety culture within their organization,” said Kamron Githens, Fuzion Safety’s Program Manager.

Fuzion Safety encompasses various products and services, including the SMS platform, the Flight Dynamics flight data analysis system, and ASAP facilitation services. Fuzion Safety is powered by a web-based platform for SMSs that supports all aspects of a complete SMS, including safety policy, safety risk management, safety assurance, safety promotion, and SMS recordkeeping and documentation. Fuzion Safety subscribers have access to support, training, and customizations to help organizations utilize the SMS platform to the fullest potential.

 Any organization can utilize the SMS platform to collect, process, and analyze safety reports; conduct audits; and identify as well as manage risk. To learn more, visit www.fuzionsafety.com.

Fuzion Safety’s Subscriber Spotlight series highlights different subscribers of Fuzion Safety’s web-based platform for safety management systems (SMSs). The series aims to recognize our various valuable subscribers and the different ways the SMS platform is used.

This edition of Fuzion Safety’s Subscriber Spotlight features responses from Aaron Fettig, Aviation Safety Specialist at University of North Dakota (UND), a four-year college with a strong liberal arts foundation. Located in Grand Forks, ND, UND is home to the John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences, which offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of aerospace disciplines, including Aviation, Air Traffic Management, Aviation Safety and Operations, Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations, Atmospheric Sciences and Space Studies. UND’s aviation program is accredited by the Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI) and offers FAA-approved curricula for airplane and helicopter flight training. UND employs roughly 300 pilot employees and conducts flight training for approximately 1,500 flight students.

How do you use Fuzion Safety’s web-based platform for SMSs? UND uses Fuzion Safety’s SMS platform to collect and analyze safety reports as part of our Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP).

What do you consider the most useful part of the SMS platform? Fuzion Safety’s SMS platform’s forms and taxonomy are fully customizable, allowing us to capture data valuable to UND and access that data efficiently to analyze safety trends.

Please identify a recent safety issue or problem you identified in your data: UND recently noticed an increase in reports of traffic conflicts at non-towered airports in the local area and was able to identify specific problem areas based on tracking recommended by our Event Review Committee (ERC).

Please explain how you mitigated the issue or problem: With feedback from our ASAP reports, a change to UND’s Safety Policies and Procedures was made to standardize certain procedures in the local area to reduce the number of traffic conflicts, specifically in cases when IFR aircraft are conducting instrument approaches into local airports with heavy VFR traffic.

Fuzion Safety’s Subscriber Spotlight series highlights different subscribers of Fuzion Safety’s web-based platform for safety management systems (SMSs). The series aims to recognize our various valuable subscribers and the different ways the SMS platform is used.

This edition of Fuzion Safety’s Subscriber Spotlight features responses from Tiffany Whilden, Director of Safety at Ryan Air, a part 135 operation with 180 employees serving over 72 communities from 8 hubs in the state of Alaska. Ryan Air operates 21 aircraft, including Casa 212s, Pilatus PC-12s, Saab 340As, Cessna207s, and 208EXs. Ryan Air’s mission is: “To raise the quality of life of the people we serve” in a state where 82% of communities depend on air transportation to meet their needs. 

How do you use Fuzion Safety’s web-based platform for SMSs? Ryan Air uses the platform for some functions of each component in the SMS. Employees across the state have access to report concerns, areas of improvement, or event occurrences whether online or offline. Our Flight Crew have access to the platform from their EFBs. The mobile app makes submitting reports a lot easier for all employees. 

Most useful part of the SMS platform: Safety reports are centralized to one location. Queries are used to pull data. Adding pre- and post-risk factors to reports that come in. Tracking and trending. All risk acceptance decision-makers have access to the same information when processing reports. 

Please identify a recent safety issue or problem you identified in your data: We primarily move cargo and have been increasingly moving passengers (in the 207s and 208s). A pilot suggested that we incorporate a small mirror in the flight deck to increase safety and security so that the flight crew can always have an eye on what’s happening in the rear of the aircraft. 

Please explain how you mitigated the issue or problem: A small 1.5”x1.5” mirror with a 2”x2” plastic L bracket and Velcro was assembled by flight ops personnel. Maintenance conducted an assessment on the mirror to ensure that there wouldn’t be any interference with the flight instruments. After all the interfacing departments made the approval, flight ops secured the mirror in the flight deck for an additional layer of safety and security for our flight crew.

Is your organization ready for the new final rule on safety management systems (SMSs)? We’re here to help. There are currently over 200 operators using Fuzion Safety’s SMS platform for their SMS needs—join them in taking advantage of our scalable SMS, which offers a comprehensive abundance of capabilities.

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) officials have passed a new final rule on SMSs, requiring all Part 135 certificate holders and Part 91.147 air tour operators as well as certain Part 21 type certificate (TC) and production certificate (PC) holders to have an SMS in place within three years (with final dates/deadlines still to be determined).

The rule, which expands on the 14 CFR Part 5 SMS mandate that has been in effect since 2018, also recommends scalability to the size and complexity of different organizations.

Fuzion Safety consists of team members who have been in the aviation safety industry for decades, working to ensure our SMS modules are compliant with updated rulings. Fuzion Safety offers SMS subscription packages that can give organizations affected by the new rule access to top-level systems, support, training, and customizations, along with the four pillars of SMS: safety policy, safety risk management, safety assurance, and safety promotion.

“The new final rule will have a far-reaching impact in the aviation industry, and Fuzion Safety is fully prepared to help any affected operator achieve success with our safety management system,” said Kamron Githens, Fuzion Safety’s Program Manager. “Our team is committed to doing what we can to assist with improving aviation safety across the board as a result of this new rule.”

Additionally, as FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker said: “Requiring more aviation organizations to implement a proactive approach to managing safety will prevent accidents and save lives.”

To learn how Fuzion Safety can help your operation meet the requirements for this new rule, email info@fuzionsafety.com or visit www.fuzionsafety.com for more information.

Piper M-Class Owners and Pilots Association (PMOPA) and Fuzion Safety are proud to announce that Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) is now available for all Piper PA-46 variants through their partnership to enhance aviation safety initiatives.

Members of the PA-46 community who participate in this robust FDM program can assist with identifying potential safety matters before they become a problem, which, in turn, helps to reduce the likelihood of future accidents and incidents.

Fuzion Safety is capable of processing flight data for the FDM program on the following fleet variants of the PA-46:

• PA-46-310
• PA-46-350
• PA-46-500
• PA-46-600
• PA-46-JPG500

PMOPA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the interests and safety of owners and pilots of Piper PA-46 aircraft worldwide. With more than 1,200 current members, PMOPA membership is available to any registered or prospective owner and/or operator of qualified aircraft or any qualifying individual or organization involved with or providing a service for the PA-46 family of aircraft.

Fuzion Safety’s role in the data sharing process is to aggregate all flight data submitted by participants and to assist PMOPA with safety analysis. With two decades of experience in data analysis and advancing aviation safety, Fuzion Safety is the ideal partner for PMOPA to derive meaningful value from PA-46 aircraft data.

“FDM is one of the most powerful safety tools available to aviation. It’s been around for decades, with proven results. Its power lies in being able to identify problems flying our airplanes before they become accidents. Threats and errors identified can be threats and errors mitigated. Even seemingly insignificant deviations can, when examined in aggregate, be used to identify those threats that are all around us and errors commonly committed. FDM isn’t about you, it’s about us. PMOPA’s Safety Committee is eager to get started on our collective safety journey. We want to fully leverage the insights gained from FDM to tailor PA-46 training, education, and communications—using facts, not speculation,” said Kimberly Coryat, PMOPA Safety Committee Chair and PMOPA Board Member.

“We hope everyone participates,” she added. “By employing FDM with Fuzion Safety, we will become leaders in the world of general aviation safety, bringing our fleet to a higher level of safety. Even those with minimal data can participate—’donating’ the five or ten basic parameters you have available through your older digital avionics can help our effort. For those of you with newer airplanes that are ‘data rich,’ we absolutely need you! Working together, we can collectively improve the safety record of our fleet.”

The more data collected and analyzed, the higher quality the insights will be. PMOPA’s Safety Committee will share identified trends, risks, and opportunities with the PA-46 community via the PMOPA Magazine and PMOPA events. Analyses will also be posted on the website.

Additionally, participants gain access to Flight Dynamics, Fuzion Safety’s subscription-based system that processes recorded flight data to allow analysts to support Flight Operational Quality Assurance (FOQA) or flight data analysis programs. Flight Dynamics includes the groundbreaking Post-Flight Report (PFR), a debrief that can be directly sent to a pilot’s mobile device within minutes of uploading their flight data after every flight. PMOPA will use the de-identified aggregate data from the PFR in their studies.

Participating pilots can use AirSync, the lowest-cost, turn-key solution for FDM and FOQA available on the market today to automate the process of seamlessly uploading data to Fuzion Safety.

“As a leading provider of aviation data solutions, AirSync is excited to team up with PMOPA and Fuzion Safety to further enhance safety measures in the aviation industry. PMOPA joins AirSync’s growing list of operators using our technology to improve fleet safety and fleet management, and Fuzion Safety’s integration with our platform adds to AirSync’s over 40 third-party service integrations. AirSync’s reliable delivery of flight data continues to set industry standards, providing operators with essential tools to enhance safety and operational efficiency,” said Jason Harris, AirSync Director.

Fuzion Safety is powered by a web-based platform for safety management systems (SMSs) that supports all aspects of a complete SMS, including safety policy, safety risk management, safety assurance, safety promotion, and SMS recordkeeping and documentation. Fuzion Safety gives organizations access to top-level systems, support, training, and customizations, along with the four pillars of SMS: safety policy, safety risk management, safety assurance, and safety promotion.

Members of the PA-46 community who want to know more about PMOPA’s FDM program can attend the 2024 PMOPA East Coast Regional Event in Vero Beach, FL, on March 8-9, 2024. To register and learn more, visit the 2024 East Coast Regional Event webpage.

Members of the PA-46 community who want to participate in PMOPA’s FMD program can visit www.pmopa.com/flight-data-monitoring to get started. To learn more about PMOPA, visit www.pmopa.com. To learn more about Fuzion Safety, visit www.fuzionsafety.com.