Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022_1645 and its Information & Cyber Security Challenges for Part 21 Production and Design Organisations

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Considers the key elements of EASA Information & Cyber Security Regulatory Obligations Introduction Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1645 establishes requirements for managing information security risks with a potential impact on aviation safety. It applies to Part 21 Design Organisations (DOs) and Production Organisations (POs), requiring them to implement an Information Security…

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CAMO Data Compliance Essentials

Under EASA Part-CAMO (Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation), robust data management practices are mandated to ensure ongoing compliance and airworthiness. The specific requirements include: Maintain Complete Aircraft Records CAMOs are required to maintain comprehensive records that document the airworthiness status, maintenance actions, life-limited parts, modifications, inspections, and defect rectifications of each aircraft. This is outlined in…

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Aviation Weekly News Roundup – 21 March 2025

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup: > Heathrow Airport closed due to fire at substationThe UK’s busiest airport, London Heathrow (LHR/EGLL) will be closed until at least midnight due to a fire at a nearby substation which supplies power to…

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FAA Approved Parts & Exceptions

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the key aspects related to FAA Approved Parts & Exceptions Introduction – FAA Approved Parts FAA-approved parts are those that comply with the FAA’s stringent requirements for safety, quality, and airworthiness. These parts fall under the purview of 14 CFR regulations, primarily in Part 21, and must meet one of the following approval pathways: Parts Manufactured under…

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