SAFETY · GLOSSARY

ARGUS Rating

An independent operator safety audit ranking aircraft and operator history into Gold, Gold Plus and Platinum tiers.

IN PRACTICE

ARGUS International audits each Part 135 operator against historical accident and incident data, pilot experience, and operational controls. Platinum requires both a desktop audit and an on-site safety management system review.

Limitless Sky filters operator shortlists to ARGUS Gold or above as a default; certain corporate clients require Platinum.

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Frequently asked

What does ARGUS Rating mean in private aviation?

An independent operator safety audit ranking aircraft and operator history into Gold, Gold Plus and Platinum tiers.

Why should I care about argus rating when booking a charter?

ARGUS International audits each Part 135 operator against historical accident and incident data, pilot experience, and operational controls. Platinum requires both a desktop audit and an on-site safety management system review.

Do we vet operators against argus rating?

Yes. Every operator on our network is screened against ARGUS, Wyvern, IS-BAO and equivalent third-party safety standards before we quote a flight.

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