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Delegates from Autoridade Nacional da Aviação Civil (ANAC) Successfully Completed “Using The EASA Management System Assessment Tool (EASA MSAT)” Training – Delivered by Sofema Aviation Services

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October 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

We are pleased to share that Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) successfully delivered 2-day “Using the EASA Management System Assessment Tool (MSAT) – Issue 2” Workshop to Autoridade Nacional da Aviação Civil (ANAC), Portugal, on September 17-18th. The knowledgeable SAS instructor, David Hope, conducted the training.   About the training This intensive 2-day program provides aviation…

First Aid in the Part-145 Workplace (Base and Line)

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October 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) presents key features related to First Aid in the 145 Workplace Introduction Module 1 — Start Safe: keep yourself safe, call for help early, give simple first aid until professionals arrive. Who it’s for: anyone working in or around hangars and the ramp—no prior medical knowledge needed. What you will cover here: Short…

The Role of the Competent Authority in Initial Certification – Looking Beyond Compliance

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October 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

Competent Authority engagement with Initial Certification Tasks is considered by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS). Introduction When an organisation applies for its initial approval, the Competent Authority has the opportunity to essentially become a strategic partner in shaping how that organisation will manage safety and compliance in the years ahead. Following MSAT best practices, the Authority’s…

Aviation Weekly News Roundup – 17 October 2025

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October 17, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup: > US airline group urges end to government shutdown, citing aviation risksThe head of a U.S. airline trade group urged an end to the 15-day government shutdown, citing concerns about rising pressure faced by…