Introduction & Overview presented by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com EASA, FAA & TCCA all aim to ensure the safety of aviation products, their approaches differ in regulatory structure, approval systems, and how they handle parts manufacturing and international collaboration. EASA’s centralized European oversight contrasts with the FAA’s more delegated, industry-involved model, while TCCA blends elements…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the regulatory & aircraft paint and certification process. Introduction  The process of painting and refinishing aircraft involves strict procedures and controls to ensure airworthiness and compliance with safety regulations. A change to the external livery (e.g. painting or adhesive films) of an aircraft is considered a change to the Type…

EASA & FAA Regulatory Environments: Presented by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com  Introduction Safety Management System in Aviation – FAA vs EASA environment Whether we are talking about FAA or EASA as the “regulatory environment”, the focus remains on demonstrating that the organisation has an SMS that essentially shows compliance with ICAO Annex 19. However, if…

Presented by Steve Bentley FRAeS CEO of Sofema Aviation Services (www.sassofia.com) Introduction The bilateral relationships between EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency), the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration, USA), and Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) are based on a framework of agreements and implementation procedures that allow for cooperation in airworthiness certification safety oversight, and maintenance. These agreements aim to streamline…