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5 Days
30 Contact Hours
KES 45,000
USD 700 Excl. VAT
Oct 12 – Oct 16, 2026
Wilson Airport, Nairobi
The Quality Management Systems (QMS) Course is designed to equip aviation professionals with the knowledge and practical skills required to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve Quality Management Systems within aviation organizations. The course is delivered in accordance with the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) regulatory requirements and aligns with ICAO quality management principles and international aviation best practices.
Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of quality management concepts, regulatory compliance, process-based management, documentation control, internal audits, corrective and preventive actions, and continuous improvement. The course emphasizes the practical application of QMS principles to enhance operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and safety performance across aviation organizations.
8 Master Modules • 30 Interactive Hours & Hands-on Labs
01 — ICAO Annex 19 & KCAA Regulatory Frameworks
02 — Safety Policy, Objectives & Executive Governance
03 — Safety Risk Management (SRM) & Hazard Assessment
04 — Safety Assurance (SA) & Performance Monitoring
05 — Safety Promotion, Human Factors & Cultural Maturity
06 — Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) & Predictive Safety Analytics
07 — SMS Auditing, Compliance Oversight & Evaluation
08 — Emergency Response Planning (ERP) Desktop Simulation
Official recognition satisfying mandatory post-holder training standards.
Includes Hazard Logs, Risk Assessment Matrices & SPI models.
Modern classrooms at DLCO Hangar, Wilson Airport, Nairobi.
Full daily catering, teas, and executive peer networking opportunities.
Designed specifically for key operational categories under KCAA CARs
Commercial airlines, bush charters, and cargo operators subject to Part 9 & 12 compliance.
Approved Maintenance Organizations integrating human factors and tool control hazard logs.
Flight academies and simulator centers building safety habits into ab-initio pilot instruction.
Ground handling agents, apron safety officers, and airport management teams.
Commercial drone fleets implementing risk mitigation for BVLOS and urban operations.
Regulatory inspectors seeking advanced insights into SSP/SMS auditing standards.
Lead Facilitator
Senior Aviation Safety Consultant & KCAA Approved InstructorWith over 18 years in flight operations, safety oversight, and regulatory compliance across East Africa, Capt. Mwangi has spearheaded SMS implementation for certified AOC, AMO, and ATO holders. He holds advanced ICAO SMS certifications and specializes in Human Factors integration and executive risk governance.ICAO SMS Implementer 18+ Years Flight Ops KCAA ATO Authorized
Quality & Audit Co-Facilitator
Lead Aviation Quality Auditor & Maintenance Safety SpecialistEng. Grace leads SMS auditing and safety assurance training at Think Aviation. A former Chief Engineer and Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (LAME), she brings deep hands-on expertise in BowTie risk modeling, AMO safety registers, and KCAA compliance audits.ISO 9001 / ICAO Lead Auditor Licensed AMO Engineer
What post holders say about Think Aviation’s SMS Training★★★★★
“The practical BowTie risk exercise and SPI dashboard design completely transformed how our airline handles hazard logs. KCAA accepted our updated SMS manual on the first audit review.”
Capt. James Ochieng
Flight Operations Manager, Regional Charter AOC
★★★★★
“Capt. Mwangi’s insights into Just Culture and post-holder legal liability gave our executive team clear clarity. Highly recommended for any newly appointed Quality or Safety Manager.”
Eng. Sarah Koech
Quality Assurance Director, Wilson Airport AMO
Delegates undergo practical evaluations, including hazard matrix exercises and a final exam (70% pass mark). Upon completion, delegates are awarded an official Think Aviation Training Certificate of Completion recognized by KCAA for fulfilling mandatory safety post-holder training requirements.
Complimentary executive downloads provided during the course
Excel Matrix Template (ICAO Aligned)
Sample CEO Commitment Letter
Is this course recognized by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA)?
Yes. Think Aviation is a certified non-flying Aviation Training Organization (ATO No. 22) approved by KCAA. The Safety Management Systems course aligns with ICAO Annex 19 and Kenya Civil Aviation Regulations.
Can this training be delivered in-house for our corporate team?
Yes. Think Aviation provides customized in-house training for airlines, ground handling companies, maintenance repair organizations (AMOs), and airport authorities across Africa. Corporate group rates and tailored dates can be arranged.
What are the payment and currency options?
Course fees can be paid in Kenyan Shillings (KES 45,000) or USD ($700 Excl. VAT) via direct bank transfer, corporate cheque, or M-PESA. Pro-forma invoices are issued upon enrollment registration.
For Corporate Training, ATO, AOC, AMO – Wilson Airport, Nairobi
Limited Executive Seats Available
per delegate
(Excl. VAT)
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