Safety

The primary focus of Bigfly is safety.
Our commitment to service and safety is unparalleled. We will work directly with you and your clients to ensure all of your needs are met.


The Bigfly Commitment to Safety

The key to providing private air charter is the safety monitoring of each flight. We have established internal safety standards that are among the highest in the industry and far exceed the FAA requirements for crew experience.

Bigfly utilizes CHEQ Reports and TripCHEQ programs from ARG/US. Aviation Research Group is a leader in the field of corporate aviation safety and operational data. Their fact-based analysis of operations, aircraft and crew allows us to make conclusive decisions by identifying deficiencies.

Operator Standards


Bigfly hand selects FAR 135 Operators to participate in the Approved Provider List. Selected charter operators must go through an extensive evaluation and approval process. They are required to submit necessary documentation and are awarded approval based only on their ability to demonstrate compliance with our internal standards for safety, aircraft condition, base location and qualification of crew members.

Crew Qualifications

Bigfly uses the ARG/US TripCHEQ (Charter Evaluation and Qualification) system to conduct background checks on pilots. This ensures your crew is properly certified, has adequate experience, and a clean record. Two crew members are assigned to all flights and Flight Attendants are provided on all heavy jets.

Aircraft Compliance

All approved aircraft have been selected and checked for aesthetic condition, damage history, and current safety avionics. Every aircraft in the program is adequately insured. Refer to the Aircraft page for the wide selection of available aircraft types.

Bigfly maintains some of the highest safety standards in the industry.
In order to be certified to participate in our program, every operator must:

• Meet the required safety standards of Aviation Research Group U.S. (ARG/US), and always maintain at least a Gold rating*
• Have current and up-to-date official regulatory documentation
• Have proper Insurance commitments and documentation
• Provide detailed pilot and crew information on an ongoing basis
  
  * An ARG/US Gold level is assigned to operators who meet or exceed the established ARG/US standards for equipment and crew experience as well as consistently provide up-to-date data. The emphasis is on modern avionics, progressive maintenance, and proven safety commitments.