Introduction Interpreting audit findings in a modern aviation environment has shifted from a simple “tick-box” verification of rules to a sophisticated evaluation of organizational health and risk. In a Risk-Based Auditing (RBA) framework, findings serve as critical data points that calibrate an organization’s “Risk Compass,” helping safety practitioners understand where limited resources should be directed…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the behaviours and elements that deliver the Relentless Root Cause Introduction Implementing a Relentless Root Cause Analysis (RCA) requires both methodologies and tools and a cultural commitment to learning and improvement. It involves challenging established norms, advocating for transparency, and fostering an environment that encourages questioning and feedback. By integrating…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com takes a deep dive into the subject to understand the merits of an effective safety survey process and the benefits for the organization. Introduction EASA does not mandate a standard for surveys, this is left to the discretion of the organization to develop. Unfortunately, this creates a challenge for both the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the steps which are necessary to ensure the Aircraft Reduced Vertical Separation Minima Skin in the vicinity of the Air Data sensors meets the skin waviness requirements. Introduction Aircraft RVSM Skin Mapping is a procedure performed to ensure the airframe’s surface condition (skin waviness) remains within acceptable limits as specified…