Maintenance Annex Guidance Review by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com.  Introduction  The Maintenance Annex Guidance (MAG) defines the procedures and activities of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), and the Aviation Authorities (AA) to implement the Maintenance Annex. What’s in Change 9? Change 9 to the U.S.-EU MAG introduces…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the role of motivation and the connection with Human Factors Training within the Environment of EASA Part 145. Introduction In the EASA Part 145 environment, understanding and leveraging both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation are critical to managing human factors effectively. Addressing challenges through best practices ensures that maintenance personnel…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the basic requirements of an EASA Part 145 Management and Internal Reporting System. Introduction The section “145.A.200 Management system” outlines the requirements for an organizational management system under specific regulations, emphasizing safety and compliance within aviation. Here’s a summary of the key points: Structure and Accountability: The organization must have…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the best practices for creating a warm and friendly environment. Introduction Incorporating ice breakers, energizers, and warm-ups into EASA Part 145 Human Factors training sessions is a strategic approach to enhance the effectiveness of the training. By creating a warm, friendly, and engaging learning environment, these activities help break down…