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Introduction – PMA Lessors try to avoid the use of PMA parts in their aircraft. Primarily because the presence of non-OEM aircraft components could artificially deflate aircraft value, potentially delay redelivery, and restrict the transferability of an otherwise airworthy aircraft. Parts Manufacturer Approval. (PMA) is both a design and production approval issued by the FAA….

Introduction By 2025, more than half of all the commercial aircraft in airline service globally will be controlled by the multiple aircraft leasing companies. The lessor’s primary business is preserving the value of their asset, means ensuring that the aircraft will retain the maximum possible value whilst generating lease income and maintaining adequate reserves. Commercial…

Sofema Aviation Services www.sassofia.com takes a look at Quality Control in the EASA Compliant Aviation Workplace. Introduction and Common Understanding a) Business Area Owners and Managers are responsible to deliver Quality Control (QC) within the scope of their own responsibilities. b) Senior Managers are responsible to develop, document and manage effective processes based on effective…

Federal Aviation Administration FAA FARs (Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations) define a “major alteration” as “an alteration not listed in the aircraft, aircraft engine, or propeller specifications 1) that might appreciably affect weight, balance, structural strength, performance, powerplant operation, flight characteristics, or other qualities affecting airworthiness; or 2) that is not done…