In today’s dynamic environment, airlines need an IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) that focuses on safety risks, specific to the auditee, rather than applying a "one-size-fits-all" approach. Risk-based IOSA delivers an audit scope that will be tailored for each airline. Furthermore, the new approach introduces a maturity assessment of the airline's safety-critical systems and programs. Focusing on pertinent safety risks, while maintaining a baseline of safety, Risk-based IOSA increases the effectiveness of the audit and contributes to the overall industry goal of reducing the accident rate.
As a key foundational element of the IOSA program the IOSA Standards Manual (ISM) contains the IOSA standards, recommended practices (ISARPs), and associated guidance material, which make up the assessment criteria for the IOSA Audit, and that is used by operators to successfully prepare for an audit.
The ISM is designed to assist operators in creating accuracy and operational efficiencies in preparing and conducting ongoing safe operations, based on the IOSA standard. The ISM is available in two formats for ease of use and integration.
IOSA Standards Manual formats:
- Digital Format through the IATA Bookshelf
- XML Data File format further described below under License Agreement
IOSA Standards Manual
IOSA XML and IOSA XML X-REF
IOSA XML is available in two modules to facilitate integration with operators systems.
The two modules are designed for:
- Air Operators - IOSA members & non-IOSA members preparing for IOSA Audit
- Audit, Safety Management and Content Management Software providers
Please see the differences between both modules below:
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For airlines this XML format delivers the ISM in a complete XML environment through establishing a license agreement with IATA.
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For airlines this X-Ref Module XML format provides an integrated efficient approach to cross-referencing the airworthiness regulations (FAA, EASA, ICAO) referenced within the ISM ISARPs. This format is provided under license agreement that is complimentary to the IOSA XML and refers to the relevant effective ISM edition at the time.
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Still not sure if IOSA XML will provide value to your operations?
See further background on IOSA and the benefits to expect.
IOSA Standards Manual
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IOSA XML integration partners
IATA works with IOSA XML integration partners who can support your implementation. If you do not see your current software provider listed here, please request them to get in touch with IATA.
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Switzerland |
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USA |
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Austria |
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USA |
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USA |
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Croatia |
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United Kingdom |
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Canada |
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Singapore |
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UK / New Zealand |
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United Kingdom |
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Sweden |
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Switzerland |