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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers a number of techniques suitable for identifying underlying causes in safety incidents, focusing on practical tools and methods relevant to design organizations Introduction For identifying the underlying causes of safety incidents, we should focus on techniques that effectively uncover root causes and inform risk control and mitigation strategies. Consider the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key elements of a Robust Engine Oil Assessment & Analysis Process to support Engine Condition Trend Monitoring ECTM process. Introduction – Aircraft Engine Magnetic Chip Detectors Magnetic chip detectors play a crucial role in maintaining aircraft engine health. By providing early detection of metallic debris, they help prevent catastrophic failures,…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers typical exposures by looking at data and historical incidents to identify hazards (e.g., through NOTAMs, SMS reporting) Common Hazards in Aerodrome Environments Aerodrome environments are complex operational areas with various hazards that can pose significant risks to flight safety. Below are some common hazards with examples and analysis: Wildlife Hazards…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the essential elements related to the effective delivery of organisational-wide SMS training program Introduction Creating a robust Safety Management System (SMS) training program is critical for any maintenance organization aiming to enhance safety and human factors awareness. As per AMC4 145.A.30(e) Personnel requirements and GM1 145.A.30(e), the program must ensure…