Blueflite and Hawk AeroSafety launch integrated SMS for crewed and uncrewed aviation
The new integrated SMS platform aims to enhance safety and compliance across both crewed and uncrewed aviation operations
At Xponential 2025 in Texas, blueflite, a developer of advanced drone logistics platforms, and aviation safety consultancy Hawk AeroSafety announced a strategic partnership to deliver a next-generation safety management system (SMS), built to support both crewed and uncrewed aviation environments.
The new SMS solution will be embedded within blueflite’s proprietary blueDigital platform, offering a scalable, cloud-based ecosystem to help operators meet evolving safety and compliance requirements. The tool aims to support operations ranging from drone logistics to helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) and other high-risk, time-critical missions.
It combines blueflite’s digital infrastructure with Hawk AeroSafety’s expertise in aviation safety programs, regulatory frameworks, and risk management systems.
“We’re combining Hawk’s deep safety and compliance expertise with blueflite’s software capabilities to offer something that fills an important unmet need in the drone industry,” said James McClearen, Chief Technology Officer at blueflite. “This partnership reflects our commitment to delivering operational tools that scale with the needs of aviation teams worldwide.”
Hawk AeroSafety is well versed in supporting operators in implementing SMS frameworks, including documentation, onboarding, and safety training tailored to operational roles.
“This isn’t just software – it’s a complete ecosystem designed to enable aviation operators to thrive and actively manage risk in increasingly complex and regulated environments,” said Matthew West, President and Principal Consultant at Hawk AeroSafety.
Announced at one of the industry’s innovation showcases, the partnership highlights a growing need for unified, digital-first safety tools as regulatory expectations increase across both traditional and emerging aviation sectors.
Blueflite recently announced that it would expand its presence into the city of Lafayette, in the US state of Louisiana.
Chloe Fox
Chloe Fox is an Senior Editorial Assistant for Voyageur Group, joining in 2024. She writes for AirMed&Rescue and ITIJ, covering a range of topics including international travel and health insurance, medical assistance provision, and air medical transportation. Chloe holds a BA (Hons) in English and an MA in English Literature from the University of Bristol.