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Steve Bentley FRAeS, CEO of Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the obligation of the State & Operator to demonstrate compliance with Aircraft Structural Integrity Obligations. How to Check Operator Compliance with Aircraft Structural Obligations What is the difference between a Design Service Goal (DSG) & Limit of Validity (LOV) Introduction – Compliance with Structural Integrity…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the process whereby an organisation can develop its Safety Management System to manage culture in a way which enhances the development of Trust. Development of Trust – Introduction A positive safety culture relies on a high degree of trust and respect between the personnel and the management, and it must,…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the role & purpose of Performance-based Navigation (PBN). Within a PBN framework, RNAV and RNP system performance requirements are defined in terms of: Accuracy, Integrity, Continuity, and Functionality. Performance requirements are identified in navigation specifications at a sufficient level of detail to facilitate global harmonization by providing specific implementation guidance…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the core attributes of a strategic thinker. Introduction – What do we mean by Strategic Thinking? Essentially Strategic thinking is a deliberate and rational thought process which: Focuses on the analysis of critical factors and variables that can influence the long-term objectives (Whether it is related to Self or Business) Strategic…