How to Check If a Charter Company Is Wyvern Wingman Certified

Wyvern Wingman vs Registered

Wyvern has two tiers for operators:

• Wyvern Registered: The operator participates in Wyvern's program and has submitted their documentation. This is an enrollment status, not a full audit result.
• Wyvern Wingman: The operator has completed Wyvern's full operational audit and meets their safety standards. Wingman is the substantive rating.

The difference matters. Registered means the operator has signed up and submitted paperwork. Wingman means Wyvern has reviewed their operations and confirmed they meet the standard. When you are checking an operator's credentials, Wingman is what you are looking for.

How to Check on Bravo: Step by Step

Step 1: Open the Operator Directory

Go to the operator directory on Bravo. This page lists every charter operator in the register with their key details visible at a glance.

Step 2: Find the Operator

Use the search function to find the operator by name. If you received a quote from "ABC Aviation," type their name into the search field. You can also browse by location if you are looking for operators near a specific airport.

Step 3: Look for the Wyvern Badge

On each operator's listing card, you will see certification badges displayed alongside the operator name and key details. The Wyvern badge indicates their current status:

• A Wyvern Wingman badge means the operator holds the full Wingman certification
• A Wyvern Registered badge means the operator is enrolled but has not completed the full audit
• No Wyvern badge means the operator does not participate in the Wyvern program

Step 4: Click Through to the Full Profile

Click the operator's name to open their full profile page. The profile provides more detail on their certifications, fleet, base locations, and other relevant information. The certification section will show:

• Current Wyvern status (Wingman or Registered)
• Current ARGUS rating if applicable (Certified, Gold, or Platinum)
• Any other relevant certifications or memberships

Step 5: Cross-Reference with ARGUS

While you are on the operator's profile, check their ARGUS status as well. An operator holding both Wyvern Wingman and ARGUS Gold (or Platinum) has been independently verified by two separate organizations. This dual certification is a strong indicator of an operator that takes safety seriously.

What If the Operator Is Not on Bravo?

If you cannot find the operator in the Bravo directory, that does not necessarily mean they are uncertified. It may mean they are a smaller operator not yet listed in the register. In that case:

1. 01Ask the operator directly for their Wyvern status and request documentation
2. 02Contact Wyvern to verify the claim
3. 03Ask your broker to run a safety check through their own channels
4. 04Consider whether an unlisted operator with unverifiable credentials is the right choice for your flight

Why Wyvern Wingman Matters

Wyvern Wingman certification tells you several things about the operator:

• They have submitted to an independent safety review and passed
• Their pilot qualifications, maintenance programs, and insurance have been verified
• They participate in an ongoing program that requires annual renewal
• They are willing to be transparent about their operations with a third-party auditor

Additionally, Wyvern Wingman operators can provide trip-specific PASS reports. A PASS report evaluates the particular crew and aircraft assigned to your flight, not just the operator in general. This level of granularity is unique to the Wyvern system.

Common Questions

Does Wyvern Wingman mean the operator is safe?

No rating guarantees safety. Wyvern Wingman means the operator has met Wyvern's documented standards and has been verified through their audit process. It is one important data point in your due diligence, not the only one.

Is Wyvern Wingman better than ARGUS Gold?

They are different evaluations. Wyvern and ARGUS audit different aspects of an operator's business using different methodologies. Neither is objectively better. Smart buyers check both. Read our detailed comparison in Wyvern Wingman vs ARGUS Gold.

How often is the Wyvern rating updated?

Wyvern Wingman status requires annual renewal. The operator must continue meeting Wyvern's standards to maintain the rating. If an operator allows their certification to lapse, the Bravo register will reflect the updated status.

Can I request a PASS report through Bravo?

PASS reports are typically requested through your charter broker. The broker provides the trip details (operator, aircraft, crew, route) to Wyvern, and the report is generated for that specific flight. Most reputable brokers include this as a standard part of their trip-planning process.

Using the Wyvern Certification Page

Bravo also maintains a dedicated Wyvern certification page that explains the Wyvern program in detail. This page covers:

• The difference between Wingman and Registered tiers
• What the Wyvern audit evaluates
• How PASS reports work
• Which operators on the register hold Wyvern certifications

Use this page as a reference when evaluating operators and discussing safety credentials with your broker or flight department.