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Why Tendering for EASA Part 145 Consultancy Often Falls Short – Exploring Better Alternatives

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers Typical Abbreviations & Terms used within an EASA Maintenance Planning Environment.

October 01, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers why EASA Part 145 consultancy tendering often falls short. A discussion document presented by Steve Bentley, FRAeS CEO. Introduction The primary objective of a tender is to procure goods, services, or works through a competitive process that ensures transparency, fairness, and cost-effectiveness. By inviting multiple suppliers or contractors to submit…

Meet our client : HI FLY have joined us as a Privileged Training Partner and member of our Enrol Now – Pay Later initiative

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Privileged Training Partner

September 30, 2024

Steven Bentley

We are delighted to welcome Hi Fly as the newest member of our Privileged Training Partner (PTP) program About Hi Fly Hi Fly is a leading wet lease airline, specializing in the supply of aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance (ACMI) to global clients. With an all-Airbus fleet and a strong commitment to sustainability, Hi Fly provides…

Aviation Weekly News Roundup – 27 September 2024

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Aviation Weekly News Roundup

September 27, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup: > FAA Bans Remote Supervision in Aircraft Maintenance As of September 24, 2024, the FAA has clarified that non-licensed aircraft technicians must be supervised in person 100% of the time, effectively banning remote supervision…

Typical Abbreviations & Terms used within an EASA Maintenance Planning Environment

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Key Abbreviations in EASA Aircraft Maintenance

September 27, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers Typical Abbreviations & Terms used within an EASA Maintenance Planning Environment. AD Airworthiness Directive: An Airworthiness Directive (AD) is a legally enforceable regulation issued by aviation authorities (like EASA or FAA) to address a safety issue identified in an aircraft, engine, propeller, or appliance. It mandates inspections, repairs, or modifications…