Universal Selects AviationManuals as Preferred SMS Provider

Oct. 31, 2016
AviationManuals SMS software is now available via uvGO®, Universal's do-it-yourself app and online tool that allows business aircraft operators to easily plan, build, and manage successful missions worldwide
Orlando, Fla., Oct. 30, 2016 - Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. has selected AviationManuals as its preferred Safety Management System (SMS) provider for its clients.
AviationManuals SMS software, known as ARC, as well as SMS manual development services are now available via uvGO®, Universal's do-it-yourself app and online tool that allows business aircraft operators to easily plan, build, and manage successful missions worldwide--from beginning to end. Available as a native iPad app, uvGO gives users complete do-it-yourself control over their trips, as well as the ability to optionally coordinate trips through their dedicated Universal® trip support team.
"We developed a new relationship with AviationManuals to help further drive down our clients' operating risk by incorporating ARC seamlessly into uvGO," said Denio Alvarado, Executive Vice President, Universal Weather Operations. "We chose AviationManuals because it is 100 percent dedicated to offering the latest in SMS technology and tools."
ARC is an iPad-friendly, flexible online solution for submitting, storing, and analyzing SMS data. The software serves as a central location to store files, complete risk assessments, post company news, as well as manage read and initial logs. Universal can now directly access appropriate ARC flight risk assessment and hazard incident forms from the uvGO app for a seamless experience.
ARC software is used by Fortune 500 flight departments, management companies, and private aircraft operators worldwide. ARC can easily be implemented within a few business days. AviationManuals provides free training and offers ongoing support through a full-time, dedicated IT team.
"AviationManuals is excited to work with Universal Weather and Aviation to provide a shared Flight Scheduling and SMS environment. The integration between our ARC software and Universal's uvGO app will greatly increase access to quality SMS for operators worldwide," said Mark Baier AviationManuals President.
For more information, visit Universal exhibit #2611 at the NBAA-BACE held Nov 1-3 in Orlando, Fla. 
About AviationManuals
AviationManuals, based in the Washington, D.C. area, provides operations manuals and SMS software to business aviation flight departments, aircraft management companies, and independent owner / operators. Founded in 1996, the company has produced thousands of manuals and supports over half of IS-BAO registered operators.

Products and services include Safety Management System (SMS) software, SMS Manuals, Flight/Company Operations Manuals, International Operations/Procedures Manuals, Emergency Response Plans, Minimum Equipment Lists (MEL), and Internal Audit Programs, as well as Letters of Authorization (LOA) support for RVSM, Data Link (CPDLC / ADS-C), and ADS-B operations. AviationManuals is a member of the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA), International Business Aviation Council (IBAC), Flight Safety Foundation, and National Aircraft Resale Association (NARA). For more information go to www.aviationmanuals.com.
About Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc.
You're counted on to make every trip a success, but you don't have to do it alone. Rely on Universal to help you manage stakeholders' expectations, stay on top of regulatory changes, and access a global community of resources when the unexpected happens. Keep your organization moving with complete and customized trip management services - coordinated through your dedicated trip support team, or online and on your Apple® iPad® via uvGO. For more information, contact worldwide sales at +1 (800) 231-5600 ext. 3300 (North America) or +1 (713) 944-1622 ext. 3300 (Worldwide).