
Build, Implement, and Manage Your Safety Management System with Aviation Operators Who Have Actually Done It.
From initial gap analysis to full program implementation — we handle every aspect of your FAA Part 5 compliance journey.







We understand the unique safety challenges of each aviation operation type — because we've flown them.
Utility, Firefighting, Long-Line, External Load
Part 135 Operators
Part 91 Operations
Safety Program Development
Part 145 Safety Programs
We've partnered with ModernHawk to deliver fully FAA Part 5 compliant Safety Management System solutions — combining cutting-edge software with our hands-on safety compliance expertise.

Hazard reporting, risk registers, SPIs/SPTs, and corrective actions structured around modern SMS guidance.
Mobile-friendly hazard reporting and mission-ready risk assessments built for how utility and charter ops actually run.
Keep a clear, exportable record of hazards, actions, and audits for FAA, USFS, and customer transparency.
P5 Aviation Safety isn't run by consultants who learned aviation from a textbook. Our team consists of active aviation professionals with thousands of real flight hours across utility operations, firefighting, corporate aviation, and more.
When we build your SMS program, we build it the way an operator thinks — practical, compliant, and actually usable in the field.
A proven 6-step process built from real-world experience implementing SMS programs across the aviation industry.
We learn about your operation, fleet, and current safety posture to scope your program.
Comprehensive review of your current SMS against FAA Part 5 requirements and industry best practices.
We develop your complete SMS — manuals, policies, risk frameworks, and reporting systems.
Roll out the program with your team. We provide all training from front-line staff to leadership.
Monthly safety meetings, hazard tracking, incident investigations, and continuous improvement.
We support your FAA declaration, audits, and ongoing regulatory compliance requirements.
Exclusive guides and templates used by real aviation operators — yours at no cost.
Complete breakdown of FAA Part 5 requirements and how to achieve compliance fast.
Everything you need to begin building your Safety Management System from scratch.
Evaluate the current state of safety culture within your organization.
Emergency Response Plan templates customized for aviation operators.
In-depth articles on SMS best practices, FAA updates, and safety trends.

Mario Rossi built P5 Aviation Safety on a simple premise: aviation operators deserve safety consultants who have actually operated aircraft, managed real emergencies, and built real SMS programs — not just studied them.
With a background spanning military aviation, utility helicopter operations, firefighting, corporate flight departments, and serving as a Director of Safety, Mario brings unmatched real-world experience to every client engagement.
Ready to achieve FAA Part 5 compliance? Let's talk about your operation and how we can help.
Whether you need a quick gap analysis or a complete SMS program, we're ready to help. Reach out through any of the methods below.