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ICAOICAO Annex 19

ICAO Annex 19 — Safety Management

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Annex 19 consolidates safety management provisions — requiring states to run a State Safety Programme (SSP) and operators to implement a Safety Management System (SMS), with safety data collection, risk management and the protection of safety information. The newest annex, it reflects aviation's shift to proactive, data-driven safety. *Summary only — consult ICAO and your authority.*

This is an original plain-English explanation for training and reference, not legal advice and not for navigation. Always rely on the current official rule linked above. Last reviewed June 2, 2026.