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Safety & quality

Safety is a top priority for the aviation industry. To ensure the highest level of safety, the industry works continuously on developing and improving a systematic approach to managing safety risks and performance.

Safety Management System (SMS) Standard

The International Standard for Implementing a Safety Management System (SMS) for Design, Manufacturing and Maintenance Providers

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Contacts

Paul-Alexander Cramers
- Supply Chain and Services Manager
- +32 2 775 81 13
Iryna Drobot
- Services & Standards Junior Manager
- +32 47 33 11 612

Safety & quality

Safety Management System (SMS) Standard

Contacts

Paul-Alexander Cramers

Iryna Drobot