Aviation Risk Consulting for a Safer Aviation Industry

Aviation risk consulting is a critical component of ensuring a safer aviation industry. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) estimates that aviation risks can result in losses of up to $20 billion annually.

Effective risk management can mitigate these losses and prevent accidents. This is achieved by identifying and assessing potential risks, and developing strategies to mitigate or eliminate them.

Airline operators must comply with strict safety regulations to minimize risks. For instance, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requires airlines to conduct regular safety audits and inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.

By working with experienced aviation risk consultants, airlines can identify areas of risk and implement targeted strategies to address them. This can lead to improved safety records and reduced financial losses.

Our aviation risk assessment services are tailored to identify and mitigate potential threats to flight operations. We conduct flight path threat assessments to identify risks to aircraft along a given flight path.

Our team of trained aviation risk management consultants has experience working in Royal Air Force military intelligence and active flying squadrons for over 10 years, giving us a deep understanding of the risks involved in the aviation industry. They can identify threats to aviation with ease.

We review security plans against ICAO’s critical elements and work collaboratively to develop and implement new security programmes tailored to each State. Our advice covers all of aviation’s safety regulation functions, including Airworthiness and Flight Operations.

Our comprehensive consultancy can include airport security assessments, identifying physical and cyber threats to airport security, as part of our detailed risk assessment reports. We provide timely updates on regional aviation threat and risk management briefings.

We don't tell you where to fly, but we will ensure that when you do so, you are properly aware of the potential external threats. Our consultancy plan can be tailored to your requirements, with multiple stages to suit your needs.

Our services are suitable for all airlines, regardless of size or geographical area, and can be conducted for both fixed wing and rotary aircraft. We can also provide country risk analysis for destination countries and countries along the flight path.

Safety and Compliance is a top priority in the aviation industry. Many International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) member states are requiring formal Safety Management System (SMS) implementation for most operators.

ICAO has identified four pillars of SMS: safety policy, safety risk management, safety assurance, and safety promotion. These pillars are the foundation of a robust SMS.

Developed by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) and its member associations, the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operation (IS-BAO) is a code of best practices designed to help flight departments worldwide achieve high levels of safety and professionalism.

The aviation industry faces a range of threats that can compromise safety. Misidentification in conflict zones is a significant risk, as seen in the tragic shooting down of Malaysian Airline MH17 in 2014.

Airport security has improved significantly since 9/11, but terrorism remains a threat. Our assessments can include the airport itself, as well as take-off and approach routes.

The proliferation of civilian drones presents a unique threat to aviation, as demonstrated at Gatwick Airport in 2018. The capabilities of drones are increasing, and the industry must take steps to mitigate this threat.

Cyber attacks are a significant concern for the aviation industry due to its technical nature and remote locations. Our aviation risk consultants can provide simple to follow cyber security protocols to mitigate this risk.

Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) incidents, such as GPS jamming, are becoming a growing issue in various geographical areas. Our all-source intelligence gathering allows us to provide accurate and timely aviation risk assessments.

We can conduct flight path threat assessments to identify risks to aircraft along a given flight path, including country risk analyses for destination countries and countries along the flight path.

Our aviation risk assessment services can also include airport security assessments, identifying physical and cyber threats to airport security, as part of our detailed risk assessment reports.

We can review security plans against ICAO's critical elements and work collaboratively to develop and implement new security programmes tailored to each State.

Our consultancy can cover all sectors of the aviation industry, including flight operations, safety data, risk-based regulation, and safety and risk management systems.

We provide comprehensive consultancy and detailed risk assessment reports, including cyber threat reports on destination airports and personnel threat assessments for aircrew.

As part of our services, we can develop and implement new security programmes tailored to each State, ensuring that aviation risk management is taken seriously.

Eddie Kirkland has been in the aviation management industry for decades, bringing a wealth of experience to his clients.

With over 35 years of aviation management and 30+ years of aviation experience, Eddie has a deep understanding of the industry's complexities.

Eddie is an accredited IS-BAO auditor, part of an elite group that has completed the National Business Aviation Association's (NBAA) Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) program.

He has also completed the Aviation Risk Management Certificate program at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, demonstrating his commitment to ongoing education.

Eddie's extensive experience includes working with operators ranging from large corporate flight departments to individual operators of business aircraft, and he has experience in Part 91, 121, and 135 operations.

As a former captain, training department instructor, and line check airman, Eddie has a unique perspective on the industry.

Here are some key highlights of Eddie's qualifications: