Sofema Online Manifesto Interview: “Why We Talk You Out of Expensive Courses”

On January 15, 2026 By Steven Bentley In News & Press 0 Comment

In this interview, Sofema CEO Steve Bentley explains his “partnership-first” strategy for 2026, prioritizing long-term client trust over short-term profits through transparent pricing, “down-selling” unnecessary training, and freezing costs to support aviation budgets. Interviewer: Steve, 2026 is starting with a lot of economic pressure on aviation training budgets. You’ve recently said that Sofema’s goal is sometimes…

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Article 33 of the Chicago Convention

On January 15, 2026 By Steven Bentley In Blog 0 Comment

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the key features of ICAO Article 33 of the Chicago Convention. Introduction – Convention on International Civil Aviation, 1944 is the cornerstone of international aviation. It establishes the principle of mutual recognition for certificates and licenses, ensuring that aircraft and pilots do not need to be re-certified by every single…

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ICAO Annex 8, Approval of Production and Coordination Between States

On January 14, 2026 By Steven Bentley In Blog 0 Comment

Sofema Aviation Services Considers Key Expectations Related to Production Approval Production Approval – The standards for production approval ensure that every aircraft, engine, propeller, and associated part (and as of November 2026, remotely piloted aircraft systems) conforms to an approved design and is in a condition for safe operation. Responsibilities of the State of Manufacture The…

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SOL Plus Paid Membership: Frequently Asked Questions

On January 13, 2026 By Steven Bentley In News & Press 0 Comment

Sofema provides a comprehensive Q&A guide to the new SOL Plus Paid membership, detailing how aviation professionals can transition from a pay-as-you-go model to a high-value subscription featuring exclusive discounts and unlimited study materials. GENERAL & VALUE Q: What exactly is SOL Plus Paid? A: SOL Plus Paid is a VIP subscription tier designed for aviation…

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