AviationRegulation

Mastering Global Aviation Compliance: New EU–USA, Canada & Brazil Bilateral Agreements Training Launched

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Bilateral Agreement

February 11, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) is pleased to share that a new course has been added to our training portfolio: EU – USA, Canada & Brazil Bilateral Agreements (Certification & Maintenance) –3 Days – Introduction & Overview (ANAC Focus) Available as a Classroom or Webinar training* – Register at [email protected] *New – Participants can now enrol Free of Charge (FOC) in…

How EASA Standardisation Activities Align with The ICAO USOAP Program

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ICAO

January 07, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) discusses the following in detail, referencing the relationship between EASA and ICAO. EASA Context: How EASA Standardisation activities align with the ICAO Universal Safety Oversight Audit Programme – USOAP program. The relationship between the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) is characterised by a high degree…

The Role of the Competent Authority in Initial Certification – Looking Beyond Compliance

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A man in blue overalls uses a tablet in an aircraft hangar, with text overlay "The Role of the Competent Authority in Initial Certification - Looking Beyond Compliance."

October 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

Competent Authority engagement with Initial Certification Tasks is considered by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS). Introduction When an organisation applies for its initial approval, the Competent Authority has the opportunity to essentially become a strategic partner in shaping how that organisation will manage safety and compliance in the years ahead. Following MSAT best practices, the Authority’s…