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Sofema Aviation Services Considers EASA Lead Auditor Prerequisites

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June 04, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services provides the following discussion regarding the challenge to become an EASA Lead Auditor, addressing regulatory compliance, best practices, and practical guidance Introduction: Prerequisites for Becoming an EASA Lead Auditor Regulatory Context – EASA does not explicitly define a single standardized qualification for “Lead Auditors” across all contexts. Instead, Lead Auditors typically operate within…

Enrol in Airbus A320 CEO (Any Engine) General Familiarisation DLS Course – A Core Part of Our EASA Part CAMO Gen Fam & Refresher Training

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EASA Compliant Gen Fam Aircraft Training Available from AETS-Sofema

June 04, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), together with its partner AETS-Sofema, offers a range of specialized General Familiarization & Refresher Courses to support EASA Part CAMO compliance and the effective management of continuing airworthiness responsibilities. Featured: Airbus A320 CEO (Any Engine) General Familiarisation (Non CAT C) Distance Learning Synchronous (DLS) Course Enrol today About the Training The Airbus…

Sofema is supporting aviation enthusiasts with its Leadership Scholarship Program. Meet the future aviation leaders – Read the success story of Ilyes HAMMAMI

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June 04, 2025

Steven Bentley

We are excited to showcase the inspiring Success Stories of our beneficiaries who have completed our Leadership Scholarship Program. Our mission is to empower the next generation of aviation professionals through transformative learning experiences. This vision inspired the creation of our Leadership Scholarship Program – now in its third edition – designed to support aspiring…

Consider the Differences in Design Philosophy Between FAR-CS-23 (Small Aircraft) and FAR-CS-25 (Transport Category Aircraft)

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June 03, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Considers essential differences in design philosophy between FAR/CS-23 (small aircraft – typically ≤ 19 passengers or ≤ 12,500 lbs MTOW) and FAR/CS-25 (transport category aircraft), with a focus on the most technically rigorous, regulatory-aligned, and safety-driven perspective Introduction The design philosophy of CS/FAR-23 aircraft focuses on simplification, affordability, and accessibility, particularly…