Benefits of IOSA
With the implementation and international acceptance of IOSA, airlines and regulators will achieve the following benefits:
The establishment of the first internationally recognised operational audit standards;
A reduction of costs and audit resource requirements for airlines and regulators;
Continuous updating of standards to reflect regulatory revisions and the evolution of best practices within the industry;
A quality audit programme under the continuing stewardship of IATA;
Accredited audit organisations with formally trained and qualified auditors;
Accredited training organisations with structured auditor training courses;
A structured audit methodology, including standardised checklists;
Elimination of audit redundancy through mutual acceptance of audit reports; and,
Development of auditor training courses for the airline industry.