Awards and Affiliations

Aviation Research/US (ARG/US) is an industry leader in the specialized field of aviation information collection, analysis and distribution.

Platinum Rated: "The highest level of ARG/US safety rating is awarded to those operators who meet the criteria for Silver and Gold, and successfully pass either an ARG/US on-site safety audit, or a recent Department of Defense Air Carrier Quality and safety inspection. This is a constructive, operational and system oriented evaluation to help identify and correct potential deficiencies or safety issues."

Wyvern Consulting Ltd. is considered by many to be the industry leader in independent private jet safety audits. It has conducted more than 1,200 charter audits worldwide, using the most experienced, professionally trained auditors in the industry. During on-site audits, charter operators are measured against a comprehensive set of safety and performance criterion that was developed by, and is maintained in concert with Wyvern's Corporate Advisory Board.

Wyvern Wingman Alliance: Operators who have proven that they are dedicated to aviation safety by meeting or exceeding the stringent requirements of The Wyvern Standard. Wyvern Wingman Alliance members can use the Double-Check online system to generate certificates which verify that the aircraft and crew scheduled for a given trip meet Wyvern Standards.

Federal Aviation Administration Diamond Award: These awards are achieved through an employer's commitment to maintaining the highest level of Technical Training for it Maintenance Department Staff and are determined by the percentage of the Maintenance Staff that receive individual Aircraft Maintenance Technician (AMT) Awards for their Technical Training. Key Air has received an FAA Employer Award for five consecutive years for its Maintenance Department. Key Air also received a Ruby Certificate of Excellence Award in 2002, and then in 2003-2006, received 4 consecutive Diamond Certificate of Excellence Awards, which is the highest award level.