Sofema Online (SOL) is pleased to offer a range of learning opportunities designed to support your professional development. One such resource is our Aviation Abbreviations Glossary, created to enhance your learning journey and career progression. As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering top-quality training for you and your organisation, we’re excited to introduce a…

Sofema Aviation Services Welcomes a Guest Blog by Florin Necula: From Brain Wiring to Aviation Checklists: How Self-Regulation and Discipline Reduce Human Error in Aviation By Florin Necula, PhD, Maintenance Postholder at RAS Technic Abstract Human error remains a major contributor to aviation incidents. This paper reviews the neurobiological and psychological foundations of discipline – from innate…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key aspects related to the management of EWIS-related competencies within an EASA Part 145 Organisation. EASA expects organisations to manage and document the competencies of personnel involved in EWIS-related activities to maintain airworthiness effectively. Regulatory Foundation for Competency Requirements EASA regulations mandate clear competence requirements for Part 145 organisations concerning…

Aviation Safety Managers are meant to be the guardians of our skies — quiet heroes navigating risk, promoting just culture, and pushing for systemic improvements. And yet, many feel unsupported in their role. The challenge isn’t just technical — it’s cultural, structural, and often personal. Leadership expectations are rising, but many Safety Managers haven’t been…