“Clean As You Go” and Best Practices for Foreign Object Debris – FOD Prevention in the Workplace

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com takes a deep dive into understanding the Foreign Object Debris –  FOD Prevention Introduction Effective implementation of the “Clean As You Go” practice for FOD Prevention necessitates a structured approach encompassing Sorting, Standardizing, Simplifying, Sweeping, and Self-Discipline. Despite potential challenges, the key to successful deployment lies in fostering a culture of…

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Preparing for an EASA Part 145 Regulatory Interview

 Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com has been delivering regulatory training and consultancy for over 15 years, and over 100,000 delegates have enrolled in our training. The purpose of this document is to help you prepare for an EASA Part 145 Regulatory interview – the difficulty can range from extremely straightforward to almost impossible based on a…

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Aviation Weekly News Roundup – 27 October 2023

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup: >> Fury over higher air traffic charges after IT meltdown Airlines have reacted with fury and warned passengers will face higher fares after the UK’s aviation regulator increased air traffic control charges. Read more…

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Ensuring Quality in the Oversight Control and Management of an Effective FOD Program

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the best practices consistent with a Foreign Object Debris (FOD) Program suitable for an Aircraft Engine Overhaul or Component Workshop. Introduction When we use the term Quality Control we are considering other elements: System Reliability, Integrity, Safety and Customer Satisfaction. Without an effective FOD Control Program in the production area, the…

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