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Aviation Weekly News Roundup – 30 January 2026

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Aviation Weekly News Roundup

January 30, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup >EASA certifies Bombardier Global 8000 – fastest business jet The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has formally certified the Bombardier Global 8000 business jet, now the fastest civilian aircraft since Concorde, with a…

Meet Our Client – Air Montenegro. Now a Privileged Training Partner

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January 29, 2026

Steven Bentley

We are delighted to welcome Air Montenegro as the newest member of our Privileged Training Partner (PTP) program. About Air Montenegro Air Montenegro is a newly established national carrier of Montenegro. The airline’s primary objective is to improve Montenegro’s connectivity with other countries and destinations, support the tourism sector, and develop routes of strategic importance…

Sofema Online Product SOL Plus Used to be Free – Now it is Paid – is it Worth it and What Do I Get?

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January 29, 2026

Steven Bentley

The short answer: SOL Plus is worth it if you plan to take more than two courses in a year or one Diploma. If you only take one course every few years, the standard “pay-as-you-go” model is likely better for you. Here is the breakdown of what changed, what you get, and the math to…

ICAO Continuing Airworthiness (CAW) The Role of National Airworthiness Authorities (NAAs) in Ensuring Compliance.

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A person in a business suit using a digital tablet with overlay icons representing global compliance and quality control, illustrating the role of National Airworthiness Authorities in Continuing Airworthiness (CAW)

January 29, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Considers the relationship between ICAO, EASA and the NAA’s related to CAW Compliance. Introduction to CAW Compliance Compliance with ICAO Annexes 1, 6, and 8 creates an interlocking regulatory framework. This structure ensures that an aircraft remains airworthy throughout its operational life. Furthermore, these rules converge to form the foundation of…