SMS compliance made simple for small operators.
The affordable, purpose-built Safety Management System that gets Part 135 charter operators FAA-compliant — without the complexity or cost of airline-grade platforms.
30-day free trial. No credit card required. Set up in 10 minutes.
One click to inspector-ready documentation
When your FSDO calls, you need to be ready. Squawk5 generates a comprehensive audit report PDF that covers every requirement in 14 CFR Part 5 — hazard reports, corrective actions, training records, document status, and compliance checklist.
- 14 CFR Part 5 compliance checklist with pass/fail status
- Complete hazard report history with risk scores and resolutions
- Corrective action tracking with verification records
- Training completion records for all personnel
- Document vault inventory with version history
- Generated on demand — always reflects your current data
Operator
Skyline Charter, LLC
Certificate #S1CA123K | FSDO: LAX-07
12
Reports
7/7
Compliant
0
Overdue
14 CFR Part 5 Compliance
Hazard Reports
Small operators face big compliance hurdles
The FAA's SMS mandate applies to every Part 135 certificate holder — but the tools available today were built for airlines, not for operators with 1–10 aircraft.
Existing SMS platforms cost $400–$800/month and require dedicated administrators
Spreadsheet-based tracking creates audit gaps that inspectors will flag
Building your own system from scratch takes months of effort with no compliance guarantee
The May 2027 deadline is approaching with no extension expected
Everything the FAA requires, nothing you don't need
Six core modules mapped directly to 14 CFR Part 5 requirements. Set up in minutes, not months.
Hazard Reporting
Submit, track, and resolve hazard reports with a structured workflow. Risk scoring, corrective actions, and full audit trail included.
§5.51, §5.53
Safety Documents
Upload and version-control your SMS Manual, Safety Policy, ERP, and all required documents. Never lose a revision.
§5.21, §5.97
Training Records
Track SMS training completion for every team member. Expiration alerts ensure no one falls behind.
§5.93
Safety Performance Indicators
Define and track your SPIs with trend data over time. Demonstrate continuous improvement to inspectors.
§5.71, §5.73
Internal Audits
Schedule, conduct, and document internal safety audits with findings and follow-up tracking.
§5.75
Audit Report PDF
Generate a comprehensive, inspector-ready PDF covering your entire SMS — reports, documents, training, and compliance status.
§5.97, §5.99
All features included in every plan. Start your free trial →
May 28, 2027 is coming
Every day without an SMS is a day closer to the deadline with nothing to show your inspector. Start building your compliance record now.
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Set up your SMS in under 15 minutes.
Plans built for small operators
No per-user fees. No implementation costs. No contracts. Pick the plan that fits your fleet.
Competitors charge $400–$800/mo for tools built for airlines. We built this for you.
Solo
For single-aircraft operators
1–2 aircraft
All features included
- Up to 5 team members
- Hazard reporting & tracking
- Corrective action workflows
- Safety document vault
- Training records
- SPIs & trend analysis
- One-click audit report PDF
Fleet
For growing operations
3–6 aircraft
All features included
- Up to 15 team members
- Hazard reporting & tracking
- Corrective action workflows
- Safety document vault
- Training records
- SPIs & trend analysis
- One-click audit report PDF
Enterprise
For established fleets
7–15 aircraft
All features included
- Unlimited team members
- Hazard reporting & tracking
- Corrective action workflows
- Safety document vault
- Training records
- SPIs & trend analysis
- One-click audit report PDF
All plans include a 30-day free trial. No credit card required.
How We Compare
Purpose-built for small Part 135 operators, not scaled-down airline software.
| Feature | Squawk5 | OmniSMS | SMS Pro | ACSF Tool | Spreadsheets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | From $49 | $500+ | ~$300 | $100–180/yr | $0 |
| Setup time | 1 evening | Weeks | Days | Weeks (manual) | Varies |
| Hazard reporting | Yes | Yes | Yes | Templates only | Manual |
| Corrective action tracking | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Manual |
| Verification enforcement | Built-in | Optional | Optional | No | No |
| Audit export PDF | One-click | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Mobile-friendly | Yes | Limited | Limited | No | No |
| Per-user pricing | No (flat) | Yes ($10/user) | Varies | N/A | N/A |
Your safety data is protected
Thoughtful security practices designed for sensitive aviation safety records.
Encrypted Connections
All connections use HTTPS with HSTS enforced. Your database is hosted on Supabase with encrypted storage infrastructure.
Application-Level Isolation
Application-level tenant isolation ensures your data is never accessible to other operators. Every request is scoped to your organization via middleware.
Automatic Data Export
Export your SMS records anytime. If you cancel, we automatically email a complete export so you can maintain your own records per FAA §5.99.
Regular Backups
Daily database backups via Supabase. Your data is protected against loss with regular automated snapshots.
Role-Based Access
Control who can view and manage safety data with role-based permissions. Each team member sees only what they need.
Built for aviation. Built for compliance.
Mapped to 14 CFR Part 5
Every feature is directly aligned with specific FAA regulatory requirements. No guesswork about what your FSDO expects.
Your Data, Protected
HTTPS encryption, role-based access, and application-level tenant isolation. Safety records retained per 14 CFR §5.99.
Built for Small Teams
Designed for operators with 1–15 aircraft and lean teams. No training required — if your team can use email, they can use Squawk5.
Three steps to SMS compliance
Sign Up & Configure
Create your account, enter your operator details and aircraft count, and invite your team. Takes under 10 minutes.
Build Your Safety Record
Upload your SMS documents, log training records, define your SPIs, and start submitting hazard reports. The system guides you through each requirement.
Stay Audit-Ready
Monitor your compliance status, track corrective actions to closure, and generate your audit report PDF whenever your FSDO needs it.
Sample Audit Report
Every Squawk5 account can generate a comprehensive SMS audit report PDF — ready for your FSDO inspection. Download a sample report with realistic demo data to see the exact format your inspector will receive.
Download Sample Audit Report (PDF)No sign-up required. See the real output, right now.
Common questions about SMS compliance
Yes. Under 14 CFR Part 5, all Part 135 certificate holders must implement a Safety Management System and file a Declaration of Compliance with their FSDO by May 28, 2027. This is not optional — it is a federal regulation. Non-compliance can result in enforcement actions, certificate suspension, or operational restrictions.
Technically, the FAA does not mandate specific software. However, spreadsheets make it extremely difficult to maintain the audit trail, document version control, and reporting consistency that inspectors expect. Squawk5 gives you the correct structure out of the box, so you can focus on running your operation rather than building compliance frameworks.
After May 28, 2027, your FSDO can issue a Letter of Investigation, begin enforcement proceedings, or impose operational limitations. The FAA has signaled that operators who demonstrate good-faith progress toward compliance will be treated differently than those who have done nothing. Starting now gives you time to build a genuine safety record.
Most SMS platforms were built for Part 121 airlines with hundreds of aircraft and thousands of employees. They charge $400–$800/month and include complexity you do not need. Squawk5 is purpose-built for small Part 135 operators with 1–15 aircraft. You get exactly what the FAA requires under 14 CFR Part 5 at a fraction of the cost.
All connections use HTTPS with HSTS enforced, and your database is hosted on Supabase with encrypted storage. Role-based access controls and application-level tenant isolation ensure no other operator can see your records. Data is retained for 90 days after cancellation with automatic exports emailed to you. We never sell or share your data.
Your FSDO won't wait. Neither should you.
Join the operators who are getting ahead of the May 2027 deadline. Start your free trial today and have your SMS up and running before the end of the week.
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