NBAA, FlightSafety International and CAE Launch Standardized Aircraft SOPs to Enhance Business Aviation Safety

Contact: Dan Hubbard, 202-431-5970, [email protected]

Washington, DC, Nov. 13, 2025 - The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), FlightSafety International and CAE announced the publication of industrywide aircraft standard operating procedures (SOPs), a key resource years in the making that marks a new milestone in business aviation safety and consistency.

The new Airplane Standard Operating Procedures Manual represents the culmination of a long-standing effort aimed at helping aircraft operators follow the same, proven standards in multi- and single-pilot operations. The manual incorporates best practices developed with input from business aircraft operators of all sizes, manufacturers and training experts.

Widespread adoption and implementation of the SOPs will result in improved safety through standardization and ensure consistency among multi-fleet operators and dynamic crew and staffing situations.

The common SOPs also will produce stronger data, enabling tailored and informed improvement to training programs.

"We're excited to introduce these SOPs with our partners after years of work with operators, aircraft manufacturers and training experts," said NBAA President and CEO Ed Bolen. "These SOPs will ensure everyone is following proven best practices - creating a more predictable safety environment for all."

"This is a defining collaborative step to enhance safety in business aviation," said CAE Senior Director, Global Training Solutions Timothy Schoenauer. "With these SOPs rooted in our training programs, we're equipping pilots with the knowledge and skill for today's operational environment."

"This effort reflects years of collaboration across the business aviation industry," said FlightSafety International EVP, Learning Center Operations Ben Carter. "Embedding the SOPs into training is a step toward greater consistency and directly supports safer operations."

Crews can expect to see the new SOPs during training events at FlightSafety International and CAE in summer 2026, giving operators time to become familiar with the new standards.

NBAA will provide opportunities for the industry to provide feedback on the Airplane Standard Operating Procedures Manual as it continues to update the resource with best practices.

Business aviation professionals can learn more about the new SOPs by viewing the recording of NBAA's National Safety Forum, which took place Oct. 15 during the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE) in Las Vegas.

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Founded in 1947 and based in Washington, DC, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) is the leading organization for companies that rely on general aviation aircraft to help make their businesses more efficient, productive and successful. The association represents more than 10,000 company and professional members and provides more than 100 products and services to the business aviation community, including the NBAA Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (NBAA-BACE), the world's largest civil aviation trade show. Learn more about NBAA at nbaa.org.

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