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…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com, considers the key aspects of the Transport Canada—EASA Maintenance Annex Guidance. Introduction The Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Maintenance Annex Guidance (MAG) define the processes, standards, and mutual recognition of Approved Maintenance Organizations (AMOs) between the two regions. This collaboration supports civil aviation products’…

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…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the challenges and best practices related to the Management of Aviation Safety Risk and Exposure. Introduction Safety risk and exposure within an aviation environment is a critical topic, encompassing the various hazards and challenges that can occur during flight operations, as well as the measures in place to manage these…