Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key features of Aircrew Regulation EU 1178/2011 related to Organisation Requirements – Aircrew (Part-ORA) Introduction – Section I General The following is a redacted summary of the applicable requirements – for specific clarification please refer to the applicable regulation. ORA.GEN.105 Competent Authority (Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011) Regarding the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com looks at the process of reviewing Aircraft Records during the end of Lease Transition. Introduction Records reviews are extremely time-consuming, often allocated insufficient manpower, and frequently become part of expensive transition delays. Note – The lessee is expected to provide the lessor with access to all applicable records. The documentation…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers key aspects of the Aircraft Lease Return Process. Introduction Anyone who has witnessed several lease returns will, without doubt, testify that not all run smoothly and some may even become a significant financial burden for the lessee. Whilst the lessee wants to minimize expense, the lessor’s goal is typically…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers best practices related to the development of a Lease Return Plan Introduction Over 13,000 large aircraft operating in 2021 are under a lease agreement and as such is subject to the requirements of the lease agreement. The Lease Agreement contains provisions related to the termination and return of the…