General Introduction to Aircraft Tooling

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the importance of Aircraft Tooling, Tool Control, and Accountability. Introduction ā€“ The Importance of Tool Control We should all recognise that aviation is one of the safest and most secure forms of transport. However this is not ā€œby chanceā€ ā€“ It is the result of rigorous safety and maintenance…

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EASA Part 145 Tooling Control Considerations Standard & Task Specific Tooling

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers tooling control & assessment related to Standard & Task Specific Tooling Introduction It is necessary to have a different level of tooling assessment depending on the related role purpose and complexity of the tooling and or equipment. The basic classification is in the following categories: Standard Tooling; Task Specific…

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Considerations related to EU Regulation on Civil Aviation Aircrew 1178/2011

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key aspects of Aircrew Licencing. Introduction Within Europe, the European Flight Crew Licensing (FCL) system traces its origins to the Joint Airworthiness Authority (JAA). European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) was given, under Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 20 February 2008…

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Considering EASA Regulatory Requirements for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) ā€“ Drone Systems

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS)Ā www.sassofia.comĀ considers the regulatory framework for managing Unmanned Aircraft Systems – Drones, within the European Regulated Airspace. Introduction to Commission Implemented Regulation (EU) 2019/947 Primary Considerations EU issues the following: (Guidelines are redacted for ease of understanding) All UAE are eligible to operate within EU airspace, however should comply with all compliance rules…

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