Implement a 14 CFR Part 5 Safety Management System before the May 28, 2027 deadline
FAA Part 5 SMS Online Training for Part 135 Operators & Part 21 Holders
FAA Part 5 Safety Management Systems
Since the final rule of April 26, 2024, 14 CFR Part 5 extends Safety Management System requirements beyond Part 121 air carriers to Part 135 operators, § 91.147 air tour operators and certain Part 21 type and production certificate holders.
This course explains, section by section, what your SMS must contain: safety policy, safety risk management, safety assurance and safety promotion, plus documentation and records.
Part 135 and § 91.147 operators must implement their SMS and submit a declaration of compliance no later than May 28, 2027.
Online course
6 videos + 7 PDF sheets
Alain François
6 quizzes + final exam
About 3 hours
$249
Checkout processed in EUR (€223 ≈ $249)
Training a team? Get a group quote — paid by bank transfer, no card fees
Training Objectives
Understand who is covered by 14 CFR Part 5 and by when, build each of the four SMS components, set up the processes, training and records the rule requires, and prepare your declaration of compliance and the FAA surveillance that follows.
Teaching method
Six video modules, each with a downloadable PDF sheet and a 7-question quiz, plus a regulatory reference sheet on 14 CFR Part 5. Worked examples for Part 135 operators and Part 21 holders.
Target audience
Accountable Executives, directors of operations and maintenance, SMS and quality managers, chief pilots and safety staff of Part 135 and § 91.147 operators, and the quality, engineering and production teams of Part 21 type and production certificate holders.
Assessment
A certificate will be issued upon completion of a 20-question multiple-choice final exam.
You must answer 80% of the questions correctly.
Content
Benefits
Meet the May 28, 2027 Part 5 deadline with a clear plan.
Build an SMS scaled to your size and complexity, ready for routine FAA surveillance.
Prerequisites
No prior SMS experience is required. Basic knowledge of Part 135 operations or Part 21 design and production is helpful.
RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL TRAINING
YOUR CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION, SIGNED BY A QUALIFIED INSTRUCTOR
After completing the six modules and passing the final exam (80% minimum), you receive a personal certificate of completion in PDF, with your name and completion date.
4,000+ professionals trained in France and internationally.
FAA Part 5 SMS Training Program
FAQ Frequently Asked Questions About FAA Part 5 SMS Training
1. What is FAA Part 5?
14 CFR Part 5 is the FAA regulation that requires a Safety Management System. Since the 2024 final rule, it applies to Part 121 and Part 135 certificate holders, § 91.147 LOA holders and certain Part 21 type and production certificate holders.
2. Who is this training intended for?
Accountable Executives, SMS and quality managers, chief pilots and safety staff of Part 135 and § 91.147 operators, and the teams of Part 21 type and production certificate holders.
3. What are the prerequisites?
No prior SMS experience is required. Basic knowledge of your own operation or production system is enough.
4. What does the certificate prove?
The certificate is issued after you pass the final exam and is signed by a qualified instructor. You can file it as a record of SMS training. It is not an FAA approval or authorization.
5. How does the training work?
The course is 100% online, in English. It includes 6 video modules, 7 PDF sheets, 6 quizzes and a 20-question final exam (80% correct answers required). Estimated duration: about 3 hours. Access is immediate, 24/7.
6. How much does the FAA Part 5 SMS training cost?
The online FAA Part 5 SMS course costs $249 per learner. Payment is processed in euros (€223); your bank converts it to about $249. Access is granted immediately after payment.
Training a team? Request a group quote, invoiced and paid by bank transfer, with no card fees.
7. What is the deadline for Part 135 operators?
Part 135 and § 91.147 operators authorized before May 28, 2024 must implement their SMS and submit a declaration of compliance no later than May 28, 2027. New applicants need a Part 5 SMS as part of certification.
8. Does the course cover single-pilot operators?
Yes. Module 1 explains which Part 5 provisions do not apply when a single pilot is the sole individual performing all functions for the safe operation of the aircraft (§ 5.9(e)).
9. What additional training courses are recommended?
We recommend the LOSA, MEL & MMEL, EASA Part CAMO, CRM and FH Part 145 SGS/SMS training courses, all available on Aero Consulting Online.
10. Can I take the course from any country?
Yes. The training is available online from anywhere in the world, on a computer or tablet.
Alain François
