Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) – considers best practices related to effective audit communication between the auditor & auditee. Introduction An EASA approved Aviation Quality Assurance System is typically headed up by the Compliance Manager (CM) also known as the Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) or (QM). The entire Quality Assurance System is a documented process through…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the process to classify findings during an audit. Introduction – Considering the difference between the different levels In just a few words let’s first consider From the Regulatory Point of View: Level 1 needs to be addressed immediately. (There needs to be a reason – typically related to Safety)…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Presents considerations related to best practice communication procedures during Ground De-icing / Anti-icing Operations. Introduction – What can happen when it all goes wrong! https://www.tsb.gc.ca/eng/rapports-reports/aviation/1995/a95q0015/a95q0015.html Case Study – Collision with vehicle Royal Air Maroc Boeing 747-400 CN-RGA Montreal (Mirabel) International Airport, Quebec 21 January 1995 Synopsis The Royal Air Maroc…

Comments regarding Aircraft Ground De-icing by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Introduction The successful treatment of ice and snow deposits on aeroplanes on the ground is an absolute necessity to the safety of winter operations. Requirements and guidance can be found in the following ICAO documents: Annex 6 — Operation of Aircraft · Part I…