Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com takes a look at the certification process related to EASA Products, Parts & Appliances Introduction – Definition of Products, Parts & Appliances Product means an aircraft, an engine or a propeller. Part means any element of a product, as defined by that product’s type design. Appliance means any instrument, mechanism,…

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…