ACE Safety Management Systems (SMS) Review Course

May 12-14, 2025 | 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. PT Daily | Seattle , WA

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About the Course

FAA has established a new role to airports detect and mitigate safety problems before they result in accidents or incidents. The final rule requires certain airports to develop and implement a Safety Management System (SMS). The ACE SMS Review Course was designed to prepare participants for understanding SMS as well as designing, planning, implementing, and maturing safety at an airport. The course material draws on decades of experience implementing SMS in a variety of industries and applies that experience to the unique world of airport operations. The ACE SMS certification is a thorough introduction to safety theory, and learners participate in a variety of hands-on practice to leave the course with an understanding not only of why SMS works, but how to apply that knowledge in a practical way. This course is best suited to practicing or aspiring safety professionals as well as to leaders who will have frequent interface with SMS processes.

Please note: Course enrollment does not include the ACE SMS Program Fee. In order to take the final examination, you MUST be enrolled in the ACE SMS Program. We are pleased to offer a discounted rate of the ACE SMS Program Fee as part of the course purchase. You can find more information in the registration process below.

 

Course Agenda

Click below for full agenda. Subject to change. Please check back for updates.

 

Available Opportunities

 

Items

Wi-Fi Sponsorship
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00

 

Events

Wednesday, March 27

 

Airbase Tour Transportation
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Networking Reception
Exclusive Sponsorship: $2,500.00
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Thursday, March 28

 

Continental Breakfast
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

AM Refreshment Break
Exclusive Sponsorship: $750.00
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Luncheon
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,500.00
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

PM Refreshment Break
Exclusive Sponsorship: $750.00
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM

Friday, March 29

 

Continental Breakfast
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
7:15 AM - 8:00 AM

Grab and Go Lunch
Exclusive Sponsorship: $1,000.00
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

You acknowledge that in registering for and attending this AAAE event, you agree to adhere to the cancellation policy noted below, AAAE's Duty of Care, and AAAE's Code of Conduct and Terms and Conditions.

2025 REGISTRATION FEES

Registration Type Rate
Non-Member Course $1100
Member Course $1000
Active Duty Military/Fed Govt (Non-Member) $900
Active Duty Military/Fed Govt (Member) $800

 

 This fee does not include the ACE SMS program fee.

Do not miss our special rate of $445 for the ACE SMS Program Fee. 
*You MUST submit the ACE SMS Program Fee to take the final certification exam.
 
This purchase is non-refundable and non-transferable.
 
Last day to register is 5/11/2025
 
Need to register offline? Contact  RegistrationUser@aaae.org for invoicing.
Questions? Contact the AAAE Training Department at training@aaae.org.

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AAAE accepts registration regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, sex, physical disability and national or ethnic origin. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment and educational services. 

Cancellation Policy:

Training registration fees are non-refundable. For all inquiries regarding registrations, cancellations and refund requests, please contact the AAAE Training Department by email at training@aaae.org. All inquires must be submitted in writing. All cancellation requests for registrations received on or before Monday, April 14, 2025, are subject to a $150 cancellation processing fee; approved refunds will be processed after the meeting takes place. There will be no refunds of any kind after this date. Cancellations with outstanding invoices received within two weeks of the start of the conference, will require full payment on the balance due. Refunds will not be provided, and balance dues will not be forgiven for no-shows. Substitutions within the same conference will be accepted without penalties. The difference between member and non-member price will be charged if a non-member replaces a member. Substitutions will be accepted with a written request to Training@aaae.org. The individual substituting for the original registrant is responsible for all financial obligations (balance due; difference in fees due to membership type) associated with that substitution. For all inquiries regarding cancellations, refunds and substitutions, please contact the AAAE Training Department at 703.797.9009 or email Training@aaae.org. By submitting a completed registration form, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the cancellation policy.

The ACE SMS Program purchase is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Duty of Care: 

During these challenging times, AAAE is committed to continuing to provide a safe and healthy environment for all event participants and staff. The responsibility for a safe and healthy event environment is shared among the event organizers, event venues, and event attendees. By registering for this event, you acknowledge and agree to AAAE's Duty of Care.

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About the Instructor

Benjamin Goodheart, Ph.D., CSP, FRAeS

Benjamin Goodheart, Ph.D., CSP, FRAeS

Ben Goodheart is an organizational performance, safety, and leadership professional with over 25 years of experience. His diverse career began in the aviation industry, and his varied operational expertise affords him a variety of opportunities to practice within his passion. Today, Dr. Goodheart works in consultation with businesses in aviation, healthcare, public utilities, chemical processing, oil and gas, and others to design human-centered organizational systems that are resilient, safe, and effective for the people they serve. Ben is an active author, speaker, and researcher focused on novel applications within safety management and organizational climate and culture, and with a specific focus on building strong, flexible organizations through leadership and user-centered design. He holds a Master of Science in Safety Science and a Ph.D. with a research specialization in applied organizational safety, risk, and leadership. Dr. Goodheart is a Certified Safety Professional and an Airline Transport Pilot and Flight Instructor. He is the Founder and Principal Consultant of Magpie Human Systems, an international safety and organizational performance consultancy. Benjamin served as President of an international nonprofit relief organization and currently serves on the advisory board for Aviation Community Foundation and business advisory boards for notable UAS and service organizations. Dr. Goodheart and his family live in the U.S. in the foothills of Colorado's Rocky Mountains.

Location Information

All business sessions will be held at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport 18901 International Blvd., Seattle, WA 98158 in room AOB 4E. 

Recommended Hotel: Seatac DoubleTree

Be sure to bring with you the most recent edition of the ACE SMS Module, writing utensils, and highlighters.

Meals:
Breakfast and lunch will be provided. 

Civilian/Military Airport Connection (CMAC)

What is CMAC?

The Civilian/Military Airport Connection (CMAC) program helps separating military personnel and new veterans acclimate from managing military airfields to the dynamic and complex commercial-use airport environment.

There are four components to the program:

  1. Professional transition workshop
  2. One airport certification course - choice of ACE Airfield Operations or Certified Member (C.M.)
  3. One year membership in AAAE
  4. Airport job shadowing

 

Program Benefits:

  • Ensure a smooth transition from military to civilian airport operations and management.
  • Earn the Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Airfield Operations certification or Certified Member (C.M.), that will put you ahead of other candidates for potential jobs.
  • Network with airport executives around the country through communities and events.
  • Explore various airport positions through the shadow program.
  • Receive discounts on other AAAE trainings and events.

Contact Us

Questions? Contact Us!

Training Department

703.824.0500 Option 4