Safety Management Systems in Aviation 3rd Edition

Capture the attention of safety leaders and aviation professionals with Safety Management Systems in Aviation, 3rd Edition by Alan J. Stolzer, Robert L. Sumwalt, and John J. Goglia — a definitive, contemporary guide to building resilient safety programs across the global aviation industry.

This updated third edition delivers clear, practical strategies for implementing and sustaining Safety Management Systems (SMS) aligned with ICAO, FAA, and EASA expectations. Through a balanced mix of theory, real-world examples, and actionable frameworks, the authors illuminate risk management, safety assurance, safety promotion, and just culture—equipping airlines, airports, maintenance organizations, and regulators with tools to reduce incidents and improve performance.

Readers will find concise explanations of hazard identification, data-driven decision making, safety performance indicators, and organizational change management — all presented in an accessible style suited for safety managers, pilots, engineers, auditors, and executive leaders. The book emphasizes scalable practices applicable to operations from US carriers and European hubs to growing markets in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

Whether you’re preparing for regulatory compliance, leading an SMS rollout, or deepening your understanding of modern aviation safety, this edition provides the roadmap and best practices to foster a proactive safety culture. Trusted authorship and practical guidance make it both a classroom resource and an on-the-job reference.

Invest in safety leadership: add Safety Management Systems in Aviation, 3rd Edition to your library and bring industry-standard SMS expertise to your organization — order your copy today and start turning safety policy into measurable performance.

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