Steve Bentley FRAeS, CEO of Sofema Aviation Services (www.sassofia.com), considers the European Aviation Quality Assurance Landscape in 2024 and beyond. Introduction The requirement for Independent Quality Assurance Oversight by Industry as a fundamental regulatory obligation is a unique aspect of European Aviation. The task of Organisational Quality Assurance (QA) in the European aviation industry, under…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the fundamentals of Risk Based Oversight related to Air Navigation and Air Traffic Management Introduction Risk-Based Oversight (RBO) is a dynamic approach to the safety oversight of the aviation industry, driven by the combination of the risk profile and safety performance of an organization. It focuses on ensuring compliance while also…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Considers Auditor Competence concern items related to the performance of EASA Air Traffic Control and Air Navigation Services – ATC & ANS Audits Introduction Auditor competency and development play a significant part in delivering effective audits within the ATC & ANS environment. In conclusion, the performance of EASA-compliant audits of ATC and…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com  Presents an Overview of the Role of the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and its Relevance in 2023 Introduction: The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the national authority governing all aspects of civil aviation in the United States. Its wide-ranging responsibilities include the regulation and oversight of commercial space travel,…