DZ Aviation
SMS support

Safety Management System support for GA aerodromes

Support available when you need it. Tap into expert knowledge in all aspects of Safety Management Systems and aerodrome licensing, whether you are introducing a system or updating and refining the one you have.

How I can help

  • Introducing a new Safety Management System
  • Updating and refining an existing SMS so it works for you with less effort
  • Introducing document control and review systems
  • Developing procedures and authoring documents
  • Automation and digitisation of aspects of your SMS
  • Direct liaison with the CAA on your behalf, to help with audits and actions
  • Support with UK airport licensing requirements for General Aviation aerodromes
  • External audits and compliance

Who it is for

General Aviation aerodromes and their AFIS and Air/Ground units, from those starting a safety management system to those who want a fresh pair of eyes on one that already exists.

I am available for ad-hoc, occasional, project or regular support, whichever suits your aerodrome.

Digitising your SMS

Much of a safety management system is documents, assessments and actions that need tracking. I can help you move these into simple digital tools, such as document management, risk assessments and audit and action tracking, so they are quicker to keep up to date. See my software for GA aerodromes.

What others say

“Nick’s support has been invaluable. He has strong relationships developed with the regulators and other stakeholders that has allowed the efficient turnaround of our projects. Whilst supporting our business, Nick has been heavily involved with gaining our (Flight Information Display) FID approval and enhancing our integrated online systems. I highly recommend Nick’s services for regulatory liaison, IT and Safety Management Systems.”
Liam Chadbond, Aerodrome Manager, Barton Aerodrome
“Nick joined Sywell on a consultancy basis to assist with the reopening of tower at Sywell following the COVID pandemic. Nick took over the lengthy process of updating all CAA and licencing documentation as well as providing Air/Ground cover wherever possible. In addition to this, Nick kindly managed the recruitment process and successfully appointed new roles. Throughout his time supporting Sywell, Nick was always conscientious, professional, and willing to assist with anything and everything asked of him. We will always be grateful to Nick for his support and would highly recommend his services to other Aviation organisations.”
Amy Bletsoe-Brown, Director, Sywell Aerodrome

Questions

Can you deal with the CAA for us?

Yes. Where required I can liaise directly with the CAA on your behalf, to help with audits and actions and to improve regulatory compliance across the SMS.

Do you only help with new systems?

No. I can help introduce a system, or refine an existing one so it is streamlined and still effective.

How does the support work?

It can be ad hoc, occasional, project-based or regular. We would agree what suits your aerodrome.