We are pleased to share that Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) successfully delivered 2-day “Using the EASA Management System Assessment Tool (MSAT) – Issue 2” Workshop to Autoridade Nacional da Aviação Civil (ANAC), Portugal, on September 17-18th.
The knowledgeable SAS instructor, David Hope, conducted the training.
About the training
This intensive 2-day program provides aviation professionals with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in applying the EASA Management System Assessment Tool (EASA MSAT). Designed for authority inspectors, regulatory personnel, and safety officers, the training focuses on assessing compliance and effectiveness of management systems, supporting both initial certification and continuing oversight. Through practical exercises, case studies, and in-depth guidance, participants will strengthen their competence in using EASA MSAT across multiple operational domains and organisational contexts.
This training can be delivered as either an in-company classroom session or a live interactive webinar, ensuring flexibility to meet the needs of different organisations.
Get to know the instructor
David Hope is a seasoned aviation professional. His career spans numerous essential roles, including Senior Avionics Engineer, Airbus Fleet Technical Services Manager, and Director of Technical Services and Base Maintenance. David’s expertise encompasses the development of operational frameworks for aircraft maintenance, fleet engineering management, and technical project management. Notably, David managed the technical development of the Airbus A380 cabin entertainment system and achieved significant improvements in dispatch reliability for Cathay Pacific’s Airbus A330 fleet. Currently, he imparts his vast knowledge as a SAS instructor, supporting the next generation of aviation professionals. Read more
About the company
The Portuguese Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC) is the national civil aviation authority and an independent administrative entity under public law, with full administrative, financial, and management autonomy, as well as its own assets. It is responsible for regulatory, inspection, and supervisory functions in the civil aviation sector, operating in line with international and European law, the regulatory framework for such entities, its statutes, and other applicable sectoral legislation. Read more
About Sofema Aviation Services
Since 2008, our company has provided a clear understanding of the regulatory environment and acts as an enabler to help organisations focus on organisational performance, with the understanding that Regulatory Compliance is a step on the journey, not the destination. Over the years, we have helped many thousands of aviation professionals gain a deep understanding of both the regulatory environment and competence-building vocational training. Since our start, we have had over 150,000 enrollments.
Sofema Aviation Services and our sister company, Sofema Online, currently offer over 1,000 classroom and webinar courses, in addition to more than 450 online Courses, Packages, and Diplomas.
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We specialise in delivering In-Company Regulatory Training, providing the aviation industry with dedicated and specific cost-effective support focused beyond compliance. We offer a flexible resource that can support you with either a standard training package or bespoke training tailored to your company’s needs.
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Please visit our websites at www.sassofia.com & www.sofemaonline.com, or email us at [email protected] for more information on our In-company or Online Courses.
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