Safety Management Systems are more than checkboxes on a compliance form. They’re frameworks that protect lives, equipment, and reputations. With recent updates to 14 CFR Part 5, SMS is now mandatory for a wider scope of aviation operations, including Part 5 SMS solution and, soon, Part 145 repair stations. Think of it like this: your SMS isn’t just there for when something goes wrong. It’s working in the background all the time — spotting risks before they become incidents, keeping your team alert, and giving everyone a clear plan of action.