AviationSafetyManagement

EASA Part 147 Approval Challenges & Best Practices

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EASA Part 147 Approval Challenges & Best Practices

December 19, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services considers issues, challenges, and best practices related to the EASA Part 147 Approval landscape, moving beyond basic regulatory definitions to practical operational realities. It is designed for professionals looking to establish, manage, or audit a Maintenance Training Organisation (MTO). Executive Summary: The Role of Part 147 Unlike a standard school, a Part…

Effective Auditing of an EASA or CAA Part 145 SMS

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Effective Auditing of an EASA or CAA Part 145 SMS.

September 17, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers SMS assessment guidance provided by the UK CAA  – See the following document. Introduction The document titled “CAA SMS Evaluation Tool V7” provides a comprehensive evaluation framework designed by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to assess the maturity and effectiveness of Safety Management Systems (SMS) within aviation organizations. While it…