Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Considers the relationship between Modifications Minor & Major within the EASA Environment. Lets First Consider the Federal Aviation Administration FAA Background & Criteria FARs (Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations) define a “major alteration” as “an alteration not listed in the aircraft, aircraft engine, or propeller specifications: o…

We are pleased to announce that Sofema Online has launched a new SMS training: Safety Management Systems – Train the Trainer Start learning online What is the training about? Safety Management System – Train the Trainer is a highly practical course and promotes best training practices. It is an industry-specific three-day program specifically designed for those…

Information regarding Aviation Service Bulletins Presented by Steve Bentley on behalf of Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Introduction A Service Bulletin (SB) is the document used by manufacturers of aircraft (Type Certificate Holders), their engines, or their components (Original Equipment Manufacturers – OEM) to provide controlled information regarding changes, required inspections, or modifications provided together…

Review by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com looking at the transition from ETOPS to EDTO Introduction Any operation by an aeroplane with two or more turbine engines where the diversion time to an en-route alternate aerodrome is greater than the threshold time established by the State of the Operator. Extended Diversion Time Operations (EDTO) Development-Background:…