SAFETY · GLOSSARY
IS-BAO
International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations — a voluntary, peer-reviewed code of best practice for business-aviation flight departments.
IN PRACTICE
IS-BAO is published by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC). Registration is staged across three levels, with Level 3 requiring a mature, audited safety management system.
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Frequently asked
What does IS-BAO mean in private aviation?
International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations — a voluntary, peer-reviewed code of best practice for business-aviation flight departments.
Why should I care about is-bao when booking a charter?
IS-BAO is published by the International Business Aviation Council (IBAC). Registration is staged across three levels, with Level 3 requiring a mature, audited safety management system.
Do we vet operators against is-bao?
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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