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SMS and EASA Part 145

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December 21, 2017

Steven Bentley

GCAA says now –EASA Says Later! ICAO says 8 years ago (2009) Sofema Aviation Services (www.sassofia.com) considers the current status of SMS within an EASA compliant Part 145 organisation. What is SMS? Sure we all know what is a Safety Management System (SMS) But consider the two options : a) Safety Management System focused on…

Considering EASA Maintenance Inspection

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EASA Maintenance Inspection

December 21, 2017

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services www.sassofia.com looks at the Unique Responsibilities of the Aircraft Inspector – Subjective / Objective. To consider the difference between VI, GVI & DVI and EWIS SAGVI. Over 80 percent of the inspections on large transport category aircraft are visual inspections. Visual inspection is usually the most economical and fastest way to obtain…

MSG-3 and Corrosion Control Inspections for the EASA Aircraft Inspector

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December 19, 2017

Steven Bentley

What is MSG-3? It is system whereby we develop the maintenance Program for virtually “All” Large Aircraft. Some of the major advantages of MSG-3 MSG-3 is a Top-down process, which enables a step by step systematic analysis. (What does this mean?) MSG-3 delivers lower maintenance costs with typical savings ranging from 15% to 25% for…

Considering Aircraft Inspection and the role of the EASA Aircraft Inspector

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December 19, 2017

Steven Bentley

Regulatory Standards and Requirements for Inspection 145.A.25 Facility requirements The organisation shall ensure that: Lighting is such as to ensure each inspection and maintenance task can be carried out in an effective manner. Noise shall not distract personnel from carrying out inspection tasks. Where it is impractical to control the noise source, such personnel are…

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