This proposal outlines safety program development and management for Zulu Air, covering initial manual development through active program management, including employee training, regulatory alignment, and continuous improvement.

The FAA's final rule expanding 14 CFR Part 5 SMS requirements to Part 135 operators carries a compliance deadline of May 28, 2027. I can have Zulu Air's SMS developed, implemented, and compliant prior to that deadline, including submission of the required declaration of compliance to the FAA.

1. Safety Management System (SMS)

A compliant SMS is the foundation of your safety program. Required documentation is the starting point for standing up the operational infrastructure needed to run an effective, compliant SMS.

2. Internal Evaluation Program (IEP)

The IEP provides structured, recurring self-audit capability to verify that your operation conforms to its own standards and applicable regulations. IEP is a core requirement for third-party safety ratings including ARGUS Gold.

3. Hazard Communication (HazCom) Program

Your HazCom program ensures employees who handle hazardous materials are informed, trained, and protected in compliance with OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

4. Emergency Response Program (ERP)

An Emergency Response Program is essential for operational continuity in the event of a critical event. This program covers manual development, company training, Emergency Response Team training, and exercises.

5. Quarterly Safety Review Board

A formal Safety Review Board ensures executive-level visibility into safety performance, hazard trends, corrective actions, and program health on a regular cadence.

• Facilitate quarterly SRB meetings with the leadership team
• Prepare meeting packages including SPI summaries, open CAPA status, audit findings, and reporting trends
• Document meeting minutes, action items, and decisions
• Track and report on open action items between meetings

6. Safety Performance Indicators (SPI) Setup and Monitoring

Safety Performance Indicators provide measurable, data-driven insight into the health of your safety program.

• Identify and define a suite of leading and lagging SPIs appropriate to your operation
• Establish baselines and set initial performance targets
• Development of tracking dashboard and reporting tool for ongoing SPI monitoring
• SPI summary reports at each quarterly SRB meeting
• Adjust SPI targets and indicators as your program matures

7. Annual Safety Standdown Event

A minimum of one annual Safety Standdown event is recommended, covering the prior year's safety performance, lessons learned, program updates, and upcoming focus areas.

• Full-day or half-day event designed around your team's schedule and operational tempo
• Interactive components tailored to your team's needs
• Serves as a primary vehicle for safety promotion and leadership visibility

8. JetInsight Platform Access

To provide effective program management and compliance tracking, I will need access to your JetInsight account, enabling alignment of safety program activity with your operational data, scheduling, and crew records.

9. Training Manual (Pending Input)

Depending on your current documentation, Training Manual support or revision may be included in this engagement.

10. General Operations Manual (GOM) Review

A thorough understanding of your existing GOM is essential to ensuring all safety program documentation developed is consistent with your approved operational policies and procedures.

In addition to the operational infrastructure above, the following deliverables can be made available to communicate your safety commitment to stakeholders.

Beyond initial development, I provide active, continuous management of your safety program. The table below summarizes recurring activities by frequency.

This engagement is structured as an independent contractor arrangement with a single flat monthly rate covering both the program build-out and ongoing management. There is no separate project fee — the rate is consistent from day one, reflecting the steady, cumulative nature of building a safety program alongside an active operation.

Travel, lodging, and out-of-pocket expenses for in-person events and any additional services billed at cost. A Statement of Work will be issued prior to commencement.