(TIMESTAMPS in description below) ~ FAA SMS compliance is now mandatory for Part 135 operators—are you ready? With risk-based decision making, cross-platform data integration, and insurance incentives, safety just got smarter (and more urgent).

Zahara Oubre, Director of Aviation Safety Programs at mba Aviation, joins us live at Verticon 2025 to unpack what the new FAA SMS mandate really means—and how Jumpseat SMS is helping operators of all sizes not just comply, but lead. From real-time risk dashboards to how you might save 5% on premiums, this episode dives deep into what next-gen aviation safety looks like.

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TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Why real-time safety data matters01:40 – Meet Zahara Oubre & MBA Aero02:30 – What is Jumpseat SMS & why it was built03:50 – FAA SMS mandate for 135 operators (2027 deadline)05:00 – Risk dashboards, data insights & performance indicators06:20 – How to spot safety trends and prevent mishaps07:50 – Scalable across 91, 121 & 135 + ICAO maturity levels08:45 – Can SMS help lower insurance premiums?09:30 – Integrations, API access & real-time reporting10:45 – Final thoughts: safety as culture, not just compliance

*CREDITS:*Host: John RamsteadFollow the host: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnramstead/