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Sofema Aviation Services deliver several Quality Audit courses each year. The next Quality Audit training is being held in Dubai  Sun 30th September to Monday 1st October at the facilities of Jet Aviation Dubai Airport. Steven Bentley has been an aviation Quality Auditor for almost 25 years with more than 15 years experience with Virgin…

A brief introduction to certification terms to be found in the Continuous Airworthiness Management of EASA compliant aircraft. Presented by Steven Bentley – MD Sofema Aviation Services. The Type Certificate Holder (TCH) is responsible to the regulator of the state of the designer to deliver an aircraft which is fully compliant with the System and…

An overview document presented by Steven Bentley MD Sofema Aviation Services. “OR.GEN 200” applies to all commercial operators and non-commercial operators of complex motor-powered aircraft. It requires them to have an integrated management system, including an SMS. Typical responsibilities of the Ground Operations Post Holder will include ensuring the company’s compliance with  EASA regulations and …

Managing ground operations efficiently and effectively to ensure the delivery of safe, reliable ground handling services, is extremely important. To do so whilst ensuring full compliance with organization procedures can be challenging. The operator retains ultimate responsibility for activities associated with loading passengers, baggage cargo or catering onboard the aircraft. Many activities are subcontracted so…