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Meeting the Challenge of the two P’s (Production & Protection) for EASA Aviation Business Area Owners

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May 08, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Considers the oversight fundaments for EASA approved Organisations and considers the role of the Compliance Auditor Introduction In 2026, the EASA landscape focuses heavily on the Management System (MS). For an internal auditor, the goal is to bridge the gap between the regulatory requirement for Protection and the commercial drive for Production. When a finding…

The Role of AI to Support EASA Regulations Interpretation Navigation and Compliance Challenges

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May 07, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Considers how to engage with risk data resources, relevant data analysis, together with the establishment of effective risk-based auditing mechanism. Introduction – Navigating EASA Compliance and Interpretation – The Role of AI The use of AI in EASA regulatory compliance is not just a modern convenience, it is a fundamental shift that addresses…

EASA Auditing Masterclass – Balancing “The Book” with Risk-Based Pragmatism

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Auditing

April 30, 2026

Steven Bentley

In this Sofema Aviation Services white paper discussion, Steve Bentley, FRAeS, CEO of Sofema Aviation Services, explores how modern EASA auditing is evolving toward a more risk-based, performance-driven, and collaborative approach that strengthens safety culture while maintaining regulatory integrity. Introduction  Here we will discuss each of the following points in turn: Applying a more practical,…

EASA Internal Audit Root Cause Analysis Techniques

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April 29, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation (SA) considers in depth the process to identify systemic risks before they become findings in an EASA audit, additionally how to ensure that the Quality Control processes are compliant and effective. Introduction In the EASA environment, the shift from purely compliance-based oversight to performance-based oversight requires organizations to move beyond “checking boxes.” To…