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The vast majority of components which are fitted to aircraft today are considered to be on condition, this means that the component may remain fitted to the aircraft until an imminent failure is detected. However even components which are on condition are typically subject to configuration control – which means the component which is fitted…

21 Steps to support a Healthy Safety Culture:   1/ The first comment is that it is a very slow (time wise) process to build trust in the workforce and it is very easy to lose this trust.   2/ The second comment is that we can in fact consider trust as a “Step by…

Consider all the essential elements which we need to deliver an effective Aviation Store. The basic EASA requirement is identified here – EASA AMC 145.A.25(d) Facility requirements: 1. Storage facilities for serviceable aircraft components should be clean, well ventilated and maintained at a constant dry temperature to minimise the effects of condensation. Manufacturer’s storage recommendations…

Steven Bentley has been an Aviation Auditor for more than 25 years and this is what he says about acting like an aviation auditor. “An effective auditor will understand that there is no substitute for preparation, moreover we could say that the time to prepare for the audit often equals the time to perform the…