CAE publishes industry-wide SOP manual to boost safety in business aviation

CAE and the National Business Aviation Association have released the Airplane Standard Operating Procedures Manual, a new set of unified training and operational standards for business and general aviation. Developed with aircraft manufacturers, operators, and training specialists, the SOPs aim to bring consistent, proven practices to both single- and multi-pilot operations.

The initiative is particularly valuable for smaller business aviation operators, many of which manage only one or two aircraft and lack the capacity to create comprehensive internal procedures. CAE will integrate the new SOPs into its global training programs starting in summer 2026. Instructor preparation begins early next year to ensure a smooth rollout.

CAE emphasizes that the standards will promote safer, more resilient pilot operations beyond classroom training. The SOPs are available through the NBAA, and industry professionals are encouraged to review them ahead of implementation.