What does SOP stand for?

• A. Standard Operations Procedures
• B. Standard Operating Policy
• C. System Operation Protocols
• D. Safety Operations Program

Answer: (A)

SOP centers on having a standardized way to perform a task. In aviation operations, these are the written instructions that lay out, step by step, how to carry out routine tasks so everyone does it the same way every time. This consistency is what keeps safety and quality high and helps train new staff quickly. The option given matches this idea by naming standardized procedures for operations, which is the core meaning of SOP. The commonly used phrase in practice is Standard Operating Procedures, but the concept remains the same: a fixed, documented method for performing tasks. The other choices point to broader things—policies, general guidelines, or programs—rather than the specific, step-by-step instructions used to perform operations consistently.