Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) is delighted to share that delegates from Dubai Air Wing successfully completed the UAE GCAA CAR M Initial Training Course The course was delivered as a webinar by our experienced instructor, Wajahat Ali Khan. About the training This training provides an in-depth exploration of the role of CAR M within all…

Discussion Document Presented by Steve Bentley FRAeS CEO of Sofema (SAS) www.sassofia.com considering a number of key issues, challenges and best practices Introduction The FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) is a combined design and production approval for modifying and producing replacement parts for aircraft. It allows manufacturers to create aftermarket parts that meet or exceed the…

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup: > American Airlines Fined for Mishandling Wheelchairs The U.S. Department of Transportation has fined American Airlines $50 million for mishandling wheelchairs and failing to provide adequate assistance for passengers with disabilities, following an investigation…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com, considers ICAO Annex 19’s key elements, and how they apply to a Safety Management System focused on Ground Operations. Introduction  ICAO Annex 19,  provides a clear framework for managing safety risks through an effective SMS for operators involved in ground operations By focusing on hazard identification, risk management, and continuous safety…