"IOSA certification reaffirms the value of EVA's ongoing emphasis on safety and quality service," said K.W. Nieh, Executive Vice President, EVA Air. "This certification is recognized by aviation authorities worldwide, including the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, and we are very pleased to achieve further validation for EVA's best practices and commitment to the highest international standards.”  

 IOSA uses internationally recognized quality audit principles with standardized methodology to assess an airline's operational management and control systems.  Built into the process are quality, integrity and security to ensure that other airlines and regulators can rely upon the validity of the findings.  IATA implemented its Operational Safety Audit program to establish common safety and operational standards for airlines entering alliances and code-sharing agreements, and to streamline the process of conforming with civil aviation authorities in different nations.   As an example, the U.S. FAA has authorized IOSA audits for code-sharing operations.

 The IOSA process examines eight areas, including corporate organization and management, flight operations, operational control/flight dispatch, aircraft ground handling, aircraft engineering and maintenance, cabin operations, cargo operations and operational security that must comply with a 739-item checklist.  

 EVA's corporate culture embraces the highest safety and operational standards.  Its maintenance operations are certified by the U.S. FAA and have been singled out by the Boeing Company for excellence.   In addition, it holds ISO certifications in multiple areas.