Aviation Operations and Contractor Auditing

ARC’s Auditing services focus on comprehensive field management and auditing of helicopter aviation operations, drawing on 38 years of expertise to identify hazards, ensure compliance, and enhance safety management systems (SMS)

in austere and high-risk environments.

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Risks Associated with Operations:

•  Potential gaps in regulatory and best practice compliance leading to costly violations or incidents, involving unidentified hazards or pilot proficiency.

•  Human factors errors, including fatigue or inadequate CRM, which can escalate into accidents during complex operations.

•  Operational hazards like equipment failures, training failures or environmental challenges in remote areas, increasing the likelihood of property damage or injuries.

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Helicopter Training:

•  Provide ongoing auditor training on evolving technologies and regulations, emphasizing practical CRM instruction to enhance team coordination.

•  Simulate austere environment scenarios to build proficiency in hazard identification and mitigation during audits. 

•  Focus on data-driven feedback sessions post-audit to reinforce best practices and address observed deficiencies.

Aviation Construction and Utility Helicopters

Goal of ARC:

•  Adherence to FAA regulations, including 14 CFR Part 91, 133, 137 and 135(where applicable) for helicopter operations, and integration of SMS protocols from ICAO standards. 

•  Compliance with Flight Safety Foundation’s Basic Aviation Risk Standard (BARS) for interagency audits in high-risk sectors.

 

•  Alignment with OSHA and DOI guidelines for aviation safety evaluations, ensuring hazard reporting and correction.

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Benefits of Consulting with ARC:

.•  Achieve potential insurance savings and cost reductions through fewer incidents and enhanced operational resilience. 

•  Gain a clear organizational safety profile, preventing escalations and promoting continuous improvement in compliance and performance. 

•  Leverage ARC’s cross-industry contacts for tailored audits that optimize efficiency in utility, firefighting, and DoD missions.

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