Aviation Safety & Compliance Services

At Bostonair Group, we provide specialist aviation safety and compliance services that help organisations meet regulatory requirements, manage operational risk, and maintain safe, efficient operations.

We support airlines, ground handling organisations, tour operators, and aviation service providers worldwide with practical safety management, compliance audits, risk management, and regulatory training. 

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Aviation Safety & Compliance

Our Expertise

Bostonair Group delivers independent, expert aviation compliance support across a wide range of operational disciplines. Our team combines regulatory knowledge with real-world aviation experience, ensuring compliance solutions are effective, proportionate and operationally embedded.

Why organisations choose Bostonair Group: 

  • Over 350 years of combined aviation experience
  • 40+ qualified aviation auditors and inspectors
  • Independent and objective audit outcomes
  • Tailored safety and compliance solutions aligned with EASA, UK CAA, and international regulations 

Our Experts:
Our team consists of more than 40 authorised auditors/instructors, including:

  • IATA DAQCP Auditors
  • IATA IFQP Inspectors/Representatives
  • Ground Handling/Operations Auditors
  • Flight Operations (Part.ORO) Auditors
  • Part 145 and CAMO auditors
  • IOSA Auditors

With extensive experience and expertise in the aviation industry, as well as prestigious certifications such as ISO:9001 Lead Auditor, Bostonair is your trusted partner for all things safety and compliance.

Aviation Safety & Compliance

Audits and Consultancy

We provide comprehensive aviation safety audits and compliance consultancy to help organisations demonstrate regulatory compliance, identify risk, and drive continuous improvement.

Our audit and consultancy services include:

  • Aviation safety and compliance consultancy
  • Regulatory and operational documentation reviews & publications
  • Fixed wing, rotor seaplane and balloon audits
  • Airline Safety Reviews and Audits (remote and on-site)
  • IOSA Preparation and compliance support

Audits and Inspections covering: 

  • Ground Handling Operations
  • De-Icing/Anti-Icing Operations (DAQCP)
  • Fuel Operations (IFQP)
  • Airside Safety
  • Cargo Handling
  • Safety Management Systems (SMS)
  • Flight Dispatch
  • Part 145
  • Part CAMO
  • Part 147
  • FSTD

Our audits deliver clear, actionable findings designed to strengthen safety performance and regulatory confidence.

Your dedicated global service team

Amy Keep

Head of Compliance Services

Joshua Chambers

Head of Operational Delivery & Performance

Neil McDiarmid

Head of Business Development

Ground Handling SMS Implementation & Training (EASA Requirements)

With new EASA Ground Handling Regulations introducing mandatory Safety Management System (SMS) requirements, Bostonair Group provides dedicated Ground Handling SMS implementation and training services. 

We support Ground Handling Organisation (GHOs) in developing, implementing, and maintaining EASA-compliant SMS frameworks that are practical, auditable and embedded into daily operations.

Our Ground Handling SMS services include: 

  • SMS gap analysis against current and upcoming EASA Ground Handling regulations
  • Design and implementation of EASA-compliance SMS frameworks
  • Development of safety policies, procedures and reporting systems
  • Hazard identification and risk assessment tailored to ramp and ground operations
  • Safety performance monitoring and continuous improvement processes
  • SMS training for accountable manager, supervisors, and operational staff
  • Audit readiness and regulatory engagement support

Our approach ensures Ground Handling SMS compliance while delivering real safety improvements on the ramp, not just paperwork compliance.

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Aviation Risk Management Services

Our Aviation Risk Management service helps organisations identify, assess, and control risk across aviation operations and supply chains.

The service is particularly valuable for tour operators, aviation buyers, and organisations managing third-party aviation providers.

Key features include: 

  • Structured aviation health and safety audits
  • Risk-based grading to support informed decision-making
  • Ongoing monitoring of aviation operators and suppliers
  • Performance tracking and advisory reporting
  • Support for duty-of-care, legal and insurance requirements

Our risk management approach enables organisations to demonstrate due diligence and reduce operational, financial and reputational risk.

Safety, Compliance & Operational Training

We pride ourselves on delivering aviation safety and compliance training aligned with EASA, UK CAA, and IATA regulatory standards. 

Training areas include: 

  • Ground Handling & Ramp Safety Training
  • Aircraft De/Anti-Icing Training
  • Airfield Fuel Depot Operations Training
  • Pushback and Aircraft Towing Training
  • Human Factors and Operational Safety
  • SMS awareness and role-based SMS training

Training is delivered via online learning, classroom instruction, and on-site practical training, ensuring knowledge is applied safely and effectively in the operational environment.

Integrated Safety & Compliance Support

Our aviation safety and compliance services integrate seamlessly with existing operational systems and organisational culture. Whether you require a one-off audit, Ground Handling SMS implementation, or long-term compliance support, our services scale to meet your needs.

We work as your trusted aviation partner, supporting compliance, strengthening safety performance, and enabling confident operational decision making.

Contact Our Aviation Safety & Compliance Team 

If you’re looking to enhance safety performance, meet regulatory obligations, or prepare for audits, our team is ready to support you.

Contact us to: 

  • Arrange aviation safety or compliance audits
  • Implement or upgrade a Ground Handling SMS
  • Deliver EASA-aligned SMS training
  • Strengthen aviation risk management

Pushback & Towing Training

Bostonair & YunExpress

The Bostonair team delivered specialist Pushback and Towing Training for YunExpress, providing hands-on instruction to support safe, efficient, and compliant ground operations.

Aircraft pushback and towing operations require precision, coordination, and strict adherence to safety procedures. Working in busy airside environments means ground crews must operate confidently around aircraft and equipment while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. Our tailored training programme equipped the YunExpress team with the technical knowledge, practical skills, and operational awareness required to carry out pushback and towing procedures safely, efficiently, and in full accordance with industry best practices.

Ground Handling Training

Bostonair & YunExpress

The Bostonair team delivered specialist Ground Handling Training for YunExpress at East Midlands Airport, supporting their cargo operations with industry-leading expertise and hands-on practical instruction.

Cargo operations within aviation demand precision, efficiency, and absolute compliance. From handling heavy and irregular loads to operating within fast-paced, time-critical environments, ground handling teams must perform to the highest standards while maintaining safety at every stage. Designed to meet these operational demands, our tailored training programme provided the YunExpress team with the technical knowledge, practical capability, and regulatory understanding required to carry out safe, efficient, and fully compliant cargo handling operations with confidence.