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American Aero FTW Becomes First to Earn Stage 3 FBO Registration

American Aero FTW's founder Robert M. Bass stands with his team in front of the FBO. American Aero FTW
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Key Takeaways:

  • American Aero FTW is the first Fixed Base Operator (FBO) to achieve IS-BAH Stage 3 registration, marking the highest level of safety and service integration.
  • The International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) is a voluntary, three-stage international safety standard for business aircraft, developed by IBAC and NATA based on ICAO practices.
  • American Aero FTW progressively earned its IS-BAH registrations, moving from Stage 1 in 2015 (SMS established) to Stage 2 in 2017 (safety risks managed), and finally Stage 3, which verifies fully integrated safety management and a sustained positive safety culture.
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American Aero FTW, based at the Mecham International Airport in Fort Worth, Texas, has become the first fixed base operator to earn recognition for establishing the highest level of safety and service. The company achieved Stage 3 registration from the International Business Aviation Council’s (IBAC) International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH).

Pia Bergqvist

Pia Bergqvist joined FLYING in December 2010. A passionate aviator, Pia started flying in 1999 and quickly obtained her single- and multi-engine commercial, instrument and instructor ratings. After a decade of working in general aviation, Pia has accumulated almost 3,000 hours of flight time in nearly 40 different types of aircraft.

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