Hillsboro Aero Academy has successfully renewed its IS-BAO Stage 3 Safety Certification, maintaining its distinction as one of the first Part 141 primary flight academies in the United States to achieve this prestigious international safety standard. The renewal demonstrates HAA's sustained commitment to pioneering safety excellence in aviation training over four decades of operation.
The IS-BAO (International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations) certification, developed by the International Business Aviation Council, represents the highest level of safety standards in business aviation. HAA's achievement of this certification and subsequent renewal positions the academy as a leader in safety protocol implementation, setting a benchmark for aviation training institutions nationwide.
The certification encompasses HAA's comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS), which includes an anonymous online reporting system accessible to students and employees across all programs. The system enables real-time hazard identification and incident reporting, with automated notifications to management for immediate evaluation and trend analysis to proactively minimize risks.
"Achieving and now renewing our IS-BAO Stage 3 certification as the first flight academy in the nation represents more than just meeting safety standards—it demonstrates our commitment to setting the benchmark for aviation training excellence," said Natalia Cimpean, President at Hillsboro Aero Academy. "This certification validates our comprehensive approach to safety that has guided our operations for over four decades."
The certification comes at a time when the aviation industry faces increasing demand for qualified pilots with proven safety credentials, amid ongoing pilot shortages and heightened emphasis on operational safety standards. HAA's fleet maintenance operations, conducted through an FAA-approved repair station staffed by factory-authorized mechanics and quality inspectors, further reinforces the academy's commitment to comprehensive safety protocols.
About Hillsboro Aero Academy
For over four decades, thousands of pilots from more than 75 countries have started their career training with Hillsboro Aero Academy. With a fleet of 100 aircraft, the academy’s focus on career training is matched by its founding belief in personal attention, instructional quality, and student support. HAA’s students have pathways to commercial aviation opportunities with airlines, executive charter, and freight operations through existing partnerships. As an aviation training provider, HAA prepares pilots for careers in offshore oil support, emergency medical services, and search and rescue. With strong industry partnerships and a commitment to safety and quality, many aspiring aviators select HAA for their pilot career training. In 2025, Hillsboro Aero Academy launched its aviation maintenance training program to address the growing demand for skilled technicians with the first class in September 2025. For more information about the school and its aviation training programs, visit www.flyhaa.com.
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Amy Smith
Hillsboro Aero Academy
3565 NE Cornell Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97124
asmith@flyhaa.com
Source: 38 Digital Market News
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