International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO)
The International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO), developed by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) and its member associations, is a code of best practices designed to help flight departments worldwide achieve high levels of safety and professionalism.
In June of 2010, IBAC announced a formal agreement with several helicopter trade associations to develop a helicopter version of IS-BAO. For more information, read the IBAC press release.
As of August 25, 2009, IS-BAO is now recognized as an industry standard for business aircraft operations by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). For more information, view the IBAC press release.
For an overview of the topics covered, review the IS-BAO Table of Contents.
Additional information about IS-BAO is also available on the IBAC web site.
U.S. operators may purchase IS-BAO materials through NBAA, an IBAC Affiliated Association.
When you order the IS-BAO materials, you will receive:
- A copy of the IS-BAO in a three-ring binder
- A copy of the generic company operations manual (GCOM) in the version of your choice
- A CD-ROM with the IS-BAO and four possible versions of the GCOM so that you can develop your own company operations manual (COM).
- A copy of the Safety Management System (SMS) Toolkit developed by IBAC. Current IS-BAO holders will receive the Toolkit with their 2009 amendment.
You also have an option to purchase a stylized COM binder, with index tabs, in a flight bag size (5.5 inches by 8.5 inches), such that you can modify it to personalize the cover with your company details.
Price for IS-BAO and accompanying materials:
- NBAA Member Companies – $1,200
- Non-Members of NBAA – $1,650
Price for optional COM binder and tabs: $12
The price for the IS-BAO includes all additional material such as the Generic Company Operations Manual, SMS Tool Kit and availability of the Standards Manager to answer queries on the code of practice.
Order IS-BAO now through the secure online form.
Additional information about IS-BAO, including a schedule of upcoming IS-BAO Workshops, is available on the IBAC web site.
