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Part 145 Cybersecurity Essentials Now Included in Sofema Online’s Safety Management Systems for Flight Operations Safety Managers Diploma

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Part 145 Cybersecurity Essentials Now Included in Sofema Online’s Safety Management Systems for Flight Operations Safety Managers Diploma

November 12, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Online (SOL) has added Part 145 Cybersecurity Essentials to the Safety Management Systems for Flight Operations Safety Managers Learning Path Diploma, available at no additional cost until the end of November 2025.   This addition supports Flight Operations and Safety professionals in strengthening their cybersecurity awareness and readiness, aligning with the latest EASA expectations…

EASA Aerodrome Accountable Manager Responsibilities

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EASA Aerodrome Accountable Manager Responsibilities

November 12, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key roles & responsibilities for Aerodrome Key Management Personnel, including the critical function of the Accountable Manager. Introduction The responsibilities of the Airport Accountable Manager and Post Holders (often referred to as Nominated Persons) at an aerodrome under EASA Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 are central to establishing and maintaining the…

New Course Launch: GACAR Part 145 & GACAR Part 43 for Repair Stations – Initial Training Now Available on Sofema Online

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November 11, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) is excited to share the latest training by Sofema Online (SOL): GACAR Part 145 & GACAR Part 43 for Repair Stations – Initial   Enrol today What is the training about? This new course provides a clear and practical introduction to GACAR Parts 145 and 43, the regulations governing maintenance, preventive maintenance, and…

EASA Part IS Auditor & Risk Assessor Skill Set Requirements

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November 11, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Takes a deep dive into the Role of the Part IS Auditor Introduction The typical skillset required for a Part-IS Auditor or Safety System Risk Assessor primarily centers on aviation safety regulatory expertise and risk management, supplemented by information security knowledge. The premise that the existing broad skillset (Safety/Compliance) can typically address 90% of the task is generally supported by the…