Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the role and purpose of the MSAT Tool. Purpose of Initial MSAT Certification The Initial MSAT assessment is used before granting initial certification to confirm that the organisation’s Management System (MS), including its Safety Management System (SMS) and Compliance Monitoring, are: Present – Documented in policies, manuals, and processes. Suitable – Adapted…

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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…

Steve Bentley, FRAeS, CEO of Sofema Aviation Services, discusses the challenges of knowledge transfer, maintaining safety and quality, and ensuring strong, effective engagement as more experienced employees retire. Where we are in 2025 – The Core Problem to Solve Aviation organizations today are relying on a shrinking pool of highly experienced technicians, engineers, and Operational Controllers,…