Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/100 Adopted on January 15, 2026, this regulation amends Regulations (EU) No 748/2012 and (EU) No 1321/2014 to modernize the airworthiness review process and streamline the issuance of airworthiness certificates. Its primary objective is to reduce the complexity of existing rules by aligning them with the specific safety risks associated with…

To provide academic institutions with greater financial flexibility, Sofema Aviation has announced a major update to its Wingspan Bursary Program. The program now features a dual-option investment structure that allows universities and aviation colleges to double their training budgets through matching 50% bursary support.   Under the updated framework, eligible institutions can secure up to €10,000…

Pre-cursors to Errors – Pre-cursors are the conditions, psychological, physical, or environmental, that increase the probability of an individual making a mistake. These are often referred to as Performance Influencing Factors (PIFs). Exposures Individual Stressors: High workload, fatigue, lack of sleep, or personal anxiety. Workplace Environment: Poor lighting, excessive noise, or poorly designed interfaces (e.g., two identical buttons…

Led by CEO Steven Bentley, Sofema Aviation is hosting the EASA Compliance Auditors Masterclass Webinar on May 20th. It focuses on practical application over theory, emphasizing how EASA compliance is managed in real-world organisational environments.   Key Topics Covered in the Masterclass The session will address a range of current and high-value auditing and compliance…