Paragon Aviation Group, a network of elite FBOs established in 2014, has selected aviation consultancy FBO Partners’ Online Safety Officer (OSO) Program as the cornerstone of its new safety initiative. Under the agreement, FBO Partners will provide Paragon members with safety communication, promotion, and training along with oversight of the group’s safety principles through its monthly, subscription-based program, which meets several requirements under the International Standard for Business Aviation Handling (IS-BAH) and safety management system (SMS).

“Often the biggest barrier to creating a strong safety culture is consistent communication and promotion,” said Patrick Moylan, who heads the program for FBO Partners. “For most FBOs, that barrier is in the form of time,” which OSO gives back to its subscribers with a complete framework for consistent safety promotion and communication regardless of the location’s size, level of staffing, or stage of SMS preparation.

“The Paragon network’s emphasis on safety is an investment in our members’ success and the consistent, safe handling of customers and their assets when visiting a Paragon FBO location,” said Paragon president Megan Barnes, adding the program provides its members with a level safety playing field compared with national or regional chains. “As our network continues to grow, we’re pleased to have partnered with FBO Partners as the launch customer for their online safety officer program.”