Boca Raton Airport Wins FAA Safety Award

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Key Takeaways:

  • The Boca Raton Airport Authority received the 2023 General Aviation Safety Award from the FAA Southern Region Airports Division.
  • This award was earned primarily due to 100% participation in their voluntary Safety Management System (SMS).
  • Their "Soaring with Safety" campaign includes a comprehensive range of initiatives, such as proactive hazard identification, enhanced communication, data-driven decisions, regular safety training, and recognition programs.
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The Boca Raton (Florida) Airport Authority announced earlier this week it has received the 2023 General Aviation Safety Award from the FAA Southern Region Airports Division. The award was presented in Atlanta, Georgia, on Feb. 4, 2025. The Airport Authority cites 100% participation in its voluntary Safety Management System (SMS) as pivotal in earing the honor.

A “Soaring with Safety” campaign incorporates a series of initiatives, including proactive hazard identification and risk mitigation strategies, enhanced communication channels linking management and tenants, data-driven decision-making, regular safety training and awareness programs, public service announcement (PSA) videos and recognition for “safety heroes,” an annual Safety Week with activities, and an SMS Safety Manual and semi-annual newsletter.

Clara Bennett, Executive Director of Boca Raton Airport, said, “Our team has always put safety first, and it’s gratifying to see the FAA recognize our efforts. Many airports apply for this award, which goes to show that we’re leaders in aviation safety.” 

Mark Phelps

Mark Phelps is a senior editor at AVweb. He is an instrument rated private pilot and former owner of a Grumman American AA1B and a V-tail Bonanza.
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