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EASA Accountable Manager and Post Holders Responsibilities and Relationships

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October 17, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com considers the key roles and responsibilities of an Aviation Organisation Leadership Team, i.e. EASA Accountable Manager and Post Holders. Introduction In an EASA-compliant aviation organization, the roles and responsibilities of the Accountable Manager (AM) and Form 4 nominated persons (Post Holders) are critical to ensuring quality and safety within the organization. Accountable…

Considering Differences between EASA & FAA Regulatory Environments – Developing Global Standards

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Considering Differences between EASA & FAA Regulatory Environments – Developing Global Standards

October 17, 2024

Steven Bentley

EASA & FAA Regulatory Environments: Presented by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com  Introduction Safety Management System in Aviation – FAA vs EASA environment Whether we are talking about FAA or EASA as the “regulatory environment”, the focus remains on demonstrating that the organisation has an SMS that essentially shows compliance with ICAO Annex 19. However, if…

Challenges in Delivering FAA AC 120-72A Training to an Adult Audience

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October 16, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers key challenges impacting the effective delivery of FAA AC 120-72A Training Introduction Delivering the content of AC 120-72A to an adult audience can pose several challenges. Understanding these challenges and implementing strategies to enhance engagement is crucial for effective FAA AC 120-72A Training. Consider the following: Complex and Technical Content…

Aviation Supply Chain Management – Contracting for Flight Hour or Cycle Contracts

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Aviation Supply Chain Management - Contracting for Flight Hour or Cycle Contracts

October 15, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com, considers the best practices and opportunities related to Aviation Supply Chain Management: provisioning Aircraft Components, APUs, Wheels, Brakes, etc. Introduction Contracting for flight hour or cycle-based maintenance provisioning offers significant benefits in terms of cost predictability, improved cash flow, and reliability. Primary challenges include: o   Dependency on supplier performance o   The complexity of…