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EASA – FAA Maintenance Annex Guidance (MAG) Change 9 is Effective from October 8, 2024

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EASA - FAA Maintenance Annex Guidance (MAG) Change 9 is Effective from October 8 2024

October 08, 2024

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Maintenance Annex Guidance Review by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com.  Introduction  The Maintenance Annex Guidance (MAG) defines the procedures and activities of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and the Aviation Authorities (AA) to implement the Maintenance Annex. What’s in Change 9? Change 9 to the U.S.-EU MAG introduces…

The Limited Effectiveness of Regulations and Procedures in Aircraft Maintenance

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Aircraft Maintenance

October 07, 2024

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Sofema Aviation Services Welcomes a Guest Blog by Florin Necula: The Limited Effectiveness of Regulations and Procedures in Aircraft Maintenance By Florin Necula, PhD, Maintenance Postholder at RAS Technic Introduction Aircraft maintenance is a highly regulated field, with safety as its ultimate goal. Authorities such as the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the…

Safety Management System (SMS) Requirements for GACAR Part 145 and GACAR Part 43 Organizations

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Safety Management System (SMS) Requirements for GACAR Part 145 and GACAR Part 43 Organizations.

October 07, 2024

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the requirements placed on Aviation Maintenance Organisations by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Introduction In Compliance with the objectives of ICAO Annex 19, General Authority of Civil Aviation Regulations (GACAR) Part 145 (Repair Stations) and GACAR Part 43, Safety Management Systems (SMS) play an important role in ensuring the safety and…

The Risk Management Process in a Safety Management System (SMS)

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The Risk Management Process in a Safety Management System (SMS)

October 04, 2024

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the Risk Management Process within an Aerodrome Safety Management System. Effective risk management in an SMS requires a structured, continuous, and inclusive process that identifies hazards and evaluates and prioritizes risks based on their potential impact. By adopting a systematic approach, integrating risk management into broader decision-making processes, and ensuring…