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Practical Audit Considerations related to the Implementation of the Safety Management System within an EASA Part 145 Organisation

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EASA Part 145 Organisation

December 14, 2023

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the typical high-level expectations related to the demonstration of an effective Safety Management System within an EASA Part 145 Organisation. Introduction A practical audit related to Safety Management Systems (SMS) within an EASA Part 145 organization would typically focus on several key areas to ensure the effectiveness and compliance of…

Introduction to Air Traffic Management and Air Navigation ATM – ANS Annexes

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Air Traffic Management and Air Navigation ATM – ANS Annexes

December 11, 2023

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) – www.sassofia.com reviews Air Traffic Management and Air Navigation ATM-ANS Annexes and considers their high-level role. ATM – ANS Annexes ANNEX I — DEFINITIONS ATM – ANS Annexes ANNEX II — PART-ATM/ANS.AR REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETENT AUTHORITIES — OVERSIGHT OF SERVICES AND OTHER ATM NETWORK FUNCTIONS Part-ATM/ANS.AR is a crucial component of the regulatory framework governing Air…

EASA Quality Assurance Auditing Introduction for Air Navigation Services (ANS)

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EASA Quality Assurance Auditing Introduction for Air Navigation Services (ANS)

December 05, 2023

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the primary activities within an EASA-compliant Air Navigation Services (ANS) business process. Introduction Air Navigation Services (ANS) play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of aircraft within the airspace. Within an EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) environment, ANS are crucial as they help in managing…

Cleaning Procedures for Preparation of Aircraft Composite Panels Visual Inspection and Tap Testing

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Aircraft-Composite-Panels

December 01, 2023

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the necessary cleaning procedures employed in the preparation of aircraft composite panels prior to the visual inspection and tap testing. Introduction – Tooling & Equipment Required Safety goggles Gloves Lint-free wipes or cloths Mild detergent or composite-approved cleaning solution: – Examples include Methyl Ethyl Keytone (MEK) & Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) (Always…