Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) looks at the regulatory objectives driven by an FAA & EASA-compliant Corrosion Protection and Control Program. Introduction – Why do we need a CPCP? All large aircraft are vulnerable to different forms of corrosion and most, (but not all) are subject to a CPCP. Note – For Aircraft which are MSG3…

Flight Data Monitoring good practices presented by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Introduction – Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) FDM is considered a proactive and non-punitive use of digital flight data derived from routine ops to improve aviation safety” ((EU) 965/2012). The FDM program is considered a component of the operator’s Safety Management System. An FDM programme is…

Sofema Aviation Services considers the purpose of Basic Regulation EU 2018/1139 Articles 64 & 65 Article 64 – Reallocation of Responsibility upon request of Member States A Member State may request the Agency to carry out the tasks related to certification, oversight, and enforcement referred to in Article 62 – The Commission, the Agency and the Member…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) – reviews the current status of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) from an FAA perspective. See here for reference. Introduction – Performance Based Navigation PBN offers the potential for environmental benefits through improved fuel usage, reducing C02 emissions, and eliminating high-thrust go-arounds. The degree of impact on requirements for crews, flight operations,…