Single-Pilot Operator Program

The newest Medallion Program, the Single-Pilot Operator Star Program designed specifically for Part 135 (SPO’s),

As Medallion Foundation is dedicated to increasing aviation safety in Alaska, we recognized an opportunity for improvement in working with the unique needs of Part 135 SPO’s. The Single-Pilot Operator Star Program is designed specifically to meet the operational aspects of single-pilot operators through repackaging the Medallion Foundation Shield Program into program designed to accommodate the unique size and scope of single-pilot operations.

This program combines aspects of all five of the Medallion Shield functional areas: CFIT Avoidance, Operational Control, Safety, Maintenance and Ground Service, and Internal Auditing, into a manageable program for single-pilot operators.

The highlights of each functional area include:

CFIT Avoidance:

Reducing the risks associated while flying in and around conditions of deteriorating visibility, flat-light, and white-out.
Utilization of Medallion (or client-supplied) Aviation Training Devices in developing and practicing CFIT avoidance maneuvers and weather scenarios.

Operational Control:

Development and implementation of flight risk- assessment procedures
Enhanced weight and balance information
Development and implementation of flight following procedures

Safety:

Emergency Response Planning

Maintenance and Ground Service:

Development of procedures to enhance service and operational aspects of maintenance (scheduled and non-scheduled) and areas of ground service.

Internal Auditing:

Review of program requirements to assess effectiveness and to identify areas of improvement. Increased ability to find operational data that could help contribute to your bottom line. While encompassing many operational aspects, successful participation in the Single-Pilot Operator Star Program requires commitment to the goals and objectives of the Medallion Foundation and will be based upon the ability of the client to incorporate the philosophies of Medallion Foundation into the day-to-day operations of the company. As such, program evaluations will be process-based, not compliance based.

The Medallion Foundation’s Single-Pilot Operator Star Program will assist in developing and incorporating the required policies and procedures to meet the intent of the program. However, it will be the responsibility of the client to take ownership by writing the program for their company and making sure it fits within the scope of their particular operation.

The Medallion Foundation is looking forward to working with single-pilot operators in this program and will provide guidance, tools, equipment, and training designed to assist clients in meeting program objectives.

Please contact the Medallion Foundation, with any questions you may have, for more information, or to get signed up and started with the program.

Safe Pilots ~ Safe Skies