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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the route to FAA certificate of UAS equipment. Introduction – Certification for Advanced Operations Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) What is Airworthiness? All aircraft flying in our National Air Space (NAS) must be reliable, controllable, and safe  no matter how small or large, or whether the crew is onboard the aircraft or piloting…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com looks at the requirements related to the carriage of Dangerous Goods which currently exist within the FAA & EASA environment. FAA Introduction – DG Requirements Individuals or entities that transport dangerous goods via Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) or drones must meet the same regulatory requirements of manned aircraft. A brief description…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers various factors which should be considered within the context of Managing & Developing an Effective Fatigue Management System. Introduction Fatigue is an insidious threat to aviation maintenance staff, because of its potential to impact alertness and performance. Fatigue can often be associated with sleep loss, shift work, and long duty cycles…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com looks at the communication process between Production Organisation Approval Holder (POAH) and Design Organisation Approval Holders (DOAH). Introduction – AMC No 1 to 21.A.133(b) and (c) Eligibility – Link between design and production organisations ED Decision 2012/020/R In accordance with AMC No 1 to 21.A.133(b) and (c) the POA holder must…