Sofema Aviation, a leader in aviation regulatory training, has officially announced the launch of its highly anticipated Global Survey for Stores Inspectors. Running from July 7, 2026, to September 7, 2026, this initiative aims to capture the real-world challenges, documentation bottlenecks, and training gaps faced by the professionals serving as the critical first line of…

Comments by Steven Bentley FRAeS CEO of Sofema Aviation Services www.sassofia.com Facing The Aviation Supply Chain Challenge The aviation industry’s safety and operational reliability depend heavily on rigorous supply chain oversight, yet the growing influx of suspected unapproved parts (SUPs) poses a significant challenge to regulators. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has flagged…

Discussion Document Presented by Steve Bentley FRAeS CEO of Sofema (SAS) www.sassofia.com considering a number of key issues, challenges and best practices Introduction The FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) is a combined design and production approval for modifying and producing replacement parts for aircraft. It allows manufacturers to create aftermarket parts that meet or exceed the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com, considers the best practices and opportunities related to Aviation Supply Chain Management: provisioning Aircraft Components, APUs, Wheels, Brakes, etc. Introduction Contracting for flight hour or cycle-based maintenance provisioning offers significant benefits in terms of cost predictability, improved cash flow, and reliability. Primary challenges include: o   Dependency on supplier performance o   The complexity of…