Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com introduces EASA/FAA Aircraft Certification Crashworthiness and Survivability Considerations. FAA or EASA airworthiness standards for the certification of aircraft are issued in accordance with ICAO annexes. The certification process is based on these airworthiness standards rather than directly on the ICAO International Standards. ICAO Annex 8 is the most relevant to…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com comments on Aircraft Accident Investigations and considers the use of Reconstruction Techniques. Introduction The reconstruction of the last stage of the flight, i.e. the accident phase, necessitates close coordination between many groups as part of the investigation, but it is the primary concern of the Operations Investigation. The Operations Investigation…