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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key features and requirements found in a fully compliant Design Management System -Safety System Function) Introduction – EU 21.A.239 The design organisation shall establish, implement and maintain a design management system that includes a safety management element and a design assurance element with clearly defined accountability and lines of responsibility…

Comments by Steven Bentley FRAeS CEO of Sofema Aviation Services www.sassofia.com Facing The Aviation Supply Chain Challenge The aviation industry’s safety and operational reliability depend heavily on rigorous supply chain oversight, yet the growing influx of suspected unapproved parts (SUPs) poses a significant challenge to regulators. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has flagged…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers SAFETY TRAINING with regards to ED Decision 2022/021/R The design management staff, as described in points 21.A.245(a) and (b),  Including but not limited to the following: The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – (A statement of the qualifications and experience of the CEO is not required.) Head of the Design Organisation (HDO)…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key elements of the FAA Certification process together with Bilateral Considerations Introduction – Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) STC Issuance by the FAA The process begins with the FAA issuing an STC for a modification to a type-certified aircraft or component. The STC holder (the entity developing the modification) must demonstrate compliance…