Principles of Safety Assessment reference CS 25-1309. Part of the EASA Regulatory Approval and Continued Airworthiness Process

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the requirements for Safety Assessment reference CS 25-1309 as Part of the Regulatory Approval and Continued Airworthiness Process. Introduction EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) certification is an important process that aircraft manufacturers and operators must go through to ensure the safety and airworthiness of their products. As part of…

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Developing Operators Procedures to Address SAFA & SACA Ramp Inspections

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the obligations related to Ramp Inspections for compliance with ICAO requirements. Introduction SAFA & SACA Ramp Inspections follow a procedure common to all SAFA Participating. States are then reported upon using a common format. All these procedures are established by EASA at an European level and are disclosed on the EASA website….

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Certification of Night Vision Equipment within an EASA Environment

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers issues related to the use and operation of Night Vision Equipment in Aviation. Introduction – Review of Questions Addressed by EASA What are the expectations of the Agency with respect to Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) competencies at a DOA holder? A detailed review of the DOA competencies related to NVIS will…

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Considering EASA Operational Suitability Data (OSD) Its Role & Purpose

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com looks at the developing process of Operational Suitability Data (OSD) and whether AI will impact OSD Introduction Operational Suitability Data (OSD) is a concept introduced by EASA with the purpose of increasing flight safety, efficiency and environmental compatibility in operations on the European continent. Before the introduction of OSD, manufacturers were mainly…

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