Listed below, in order of hierarchy of authorship, are foundational resources for use in the development and implementation of an SMS.
- International Policy (International Civil Aviation Organization; ICAO)
- National Policy
- Air Operators/MROs/Flight Training (Oversight by Flight Standards)
- AC 120-92A (PDF) – Safety Management Systems for Aviation Service Providers
- SMS Implementation Guide (PDF) – Contains guidance, expectations and procedures necessary to implement a Safety Management System (SMS) by aviation organizations.
- SMS Assurance Guide (PDF)
- Airports
- Air Traffic