Certification

Boost Your Aviation Workforce Onboarding with Sofema’s Exclusive Privileged Training Partner Program (PTP) Benefit

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October 30, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) and Sofema Online (SOL) are pleased to spotlight a standout advantage available exclusively to organisations enrolled in the Privileged Training Partner (PTP) Program – a Zero-Cost Solution for New Staff Certification. Designed to support efficient recruitment and compliance readiness, this benefit enables PTP organisations to continuously access free certificated entry-level EASA…

MSAT – EASA Competent Authority – Best Practices Review

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August 19, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key aspects related to MSAT – EASA Competent Authority – Best Practices. Consolidated Best Practices – All Domains Early Engagement & Preparation Initiate pre-application meetings to clarify expectations, referencing the EASA MSAT maturity model. Use the MSAT maturity model during documentation review to ensure that even at “Present” stage, the organisation demonstrates…

EASA STC Certification Process & Bilateral Considerations: A Detailed Overview of TCAA-EASA Collaboration

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January 17, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Explores Key Aspects of the EASA STC Certification Process and Bilateral Considerations with TCAA Introduction Both EASA and TCCA adhere to international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), although each has its own detailed regulations. Bilateral agreements aim to harmonize these standards, reducing discrepancies and creating a more…

FAA STC Certification Process & Bilateral Considerations

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December 17, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key elements of the FAA Certification process together with Bilateral Considerations Introduction – Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) STC Issuance by the FAA The process begins with the FAA issuing an STC for a modification to a type-certified aircraft or component. The STC holder (the entity developing the modification) must demonstrate compliance…

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