January 2025 – Panama City, Panama: Signature Aviation’s private aviation terminal at Tocumen International Airport (PTY) has earned the distinguished WYVERN Wingman FBO certification following a meticulous audit conducted by WYVERN. This milestone sets a new standard of safety and operational excellence for Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) in the region, further establishing Signature Aviation as a leader in the private aviation sector.
A Benchmark in Safety and Service
The WYVERN Wingman FBO certification is a globally respected designation that highlights an FBO’s commitment to rigorous safety standards and superior service delivery. By achieving this recognition, Signature Aviation PTY not only meets but exceeds industry best practices, enabling air charter operators to confidently choose its facilities for their operations.
Brad Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Signature Aviation, expressed pride in the achievement, stating:
“At Signature, we’re committed to making every second exceptional for our guests, and this award speaks to our dedication to providing the highest levels of safety and service. We are proud of our PTY location for delivering safety and excellence and being the first in our network, and the second in the world, to achieve the WYVERN Wingman FBO designation.”
A Landmark Achievement in the Americas
Andy Day, Senior Vice President of Operations, lauded the PTY team for its trailblazing accomplishment:
“We proudly announce that Signature Aviation’s PTY location has become the first FBO in the Americas to achieve Wingman FBO certification. This designation validates their effective safety management system, ground operations, and excellence in aircraft handling. Aviation organisations that attain Wingman FBO certification distinguish themselves by demonstrating compliance with industry best practices and allowing WYVERN to monitor their safety-related information continuously.”
The WYVERN Wingman Standard
The Wingman FBO certification process evaluates FBOs based on a robust set of criteria. At its core is the Safety Management System (SMS), which ensures a systematic approach to identifying and mitigating risks. The certification audit also examines operational activities, reviews the organisation’s operational history and safety records, assesses its internal evaluation programmes, and verifies technical documentation.
Achieving the Wingman FBO designation solidifies Signature Aviation PTY’s reputation as a benchmark of excellence in private aviation, reinforcing its commitment to unparalleled safety and service standards.
About WYVERN
WYVERN is a globally recognised leader in aviation safety risk management and auditing. Its Wingman Standard is considered a gold standard in the industry
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