Air Carrier Compliance Group

Part 135: SOC • GOM • Training Manual

The core documentation required for most Part 135 operators, including the Statement of Compliance (SOC), General Operations Manual (GOM), and the Training Manual (TM). Depending on aircraft and operation type, you may also require an Approved Aircraft Inspection Program (AAIP) or a General Maintenance Manual (GMM).

What’s Included

Statement of Compliance (SOC)

  • Complete mapping of Part 135 requirements
  • References to manuals, programs, and records
  • Prepared for electronic submission

General Operations Manual (GOM)

  • Company policies & flight control procedures
  • Records, training integration, and OpSpecs alignment
  • PDF / Secure Cloud EFB Storage

Training Manual (TM)

  • Curriculums and modules for required positions
  • Initial and recurrent training outlines
  • Integrated qualification tracking

Inspector Coordination

  • Submission packaging and version control
  • Comment resolution and updates
  • Status tracking through OpSpecs issuance

When AAIP or a GMM Applies

Requirements vary by aircraft type and operation. As a general guideline:

  • AAIP: Often applies when the manufacturer’s inspection program is insufficient or when required by your FSDO.
  • GMM: Required for aircraft with 10+ passenger seats or centralized maintenance programs.

We review your fleet and determine exactly which programs apply, ensuring FAA acceptance.

Our Process

  1. Discovery & Planning: Fleet, base, intended OpSpecs, and timelines.
  2. Drafting: SOC, GOM, and TM tailored to your operation.
  3. Submission: Inspector coordination and electronic formatting.
  4. Revisions: Comment response & updated documents.
  5. Closeout: Support through OpSpecs issuance.

Typical Timeline

Most operators complete the process in 60–120 days, depending on FAA workload and aircraft complexity.

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Need help preparing your SOC, GOM, and Training Manual? We provide flat-rate packages and clear timelines.

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