EASA Safety Charter
Safety principles at European level
Aviatefinder has signed the EASA Safety Charter and is listed by EASA as a participating flight-sharing platform.
Signatory to the EASA Safety Charter
By signing, Aviatefinder commits to the Charter’s safety principles for non-commercial cost-sharing flights in light aircraft. The official EASA listing makes this commitment publicly traceable.
Background
What is the EASA Safety Charter?
The Charter sets out safety principles and commitments for platforms that facilitate private cost-sharing flights. Its focus includes transparency, responsible flight decisions and clear information for pilots and travellers.
Principles
Core safety principles
The pilot decides
The decision whether to conduct a flight rests solely with the pilot. Passenger expectations must never create pressure to fly.
Transparent pilot information
Travellers should receive meaningful information about the aircraft and the pilot’s current experience and qualifications.
Safety before completion
A flight may be postponed or cancelled for safety or operational reasons, including short-notice weather changes.
Clear cost-sharing rules
Direct flight costs are shared by the people on board, including the pilot, with no profit for the pilot and no more than six people sharing costs.
Documents
Safety guides to download
These bilingual German and English guides support safe preparation, clear communication and responsible conduct.
- Pre-flight checklist for pilotsA practical checklist for fitness, documents, planning, weather, briefing and follow-up.PDF · DE & EN · 6 pages
- Passenger care guide for pilotsA structured guide to communication and passenger care before, during and after the flight.PDF · DE & EN · 6 pages
- Code of conduct for passengersGuidance on pilot decisions, weather, luggage, punctuality and safe behaviour on board.PDF · DE & EN · 6 pages
- Code of conduct for pilotsPrinciples covering responsibility, cost sharing, aircraft information, insurance and passenger communication.PDF · DE & EN · 6 pages
Private flights are not airline flights
Cost-sharing flights are part of non-commercial general aviation. They are subject to different safety and oversight requirements from commercial airline or charter services.
