Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) takes a deep dive into the practical use of the EASA MSAT process. Introduction The EASA Management System Assessment Tool (MSAT) is designed to help both Competent Authorities and organisations evaluate the maturity and effectiveness of their Management Systems (MS). It supports a shift from purely compliance-based oversight to performance-based oversight…

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup: > MRO Asia-Pacific: Korean Air partners with Boeing on predictive maintenance analyticsKorean Air has entered into a strategic collaboration with Boeing to advance predictive maintenance analytics, aiming to strengthen aircraft reliability, maintenance efficiency, and…

GCAA Logistics plays a central role in understanding the regulatory contrasts between EASA Part-145 and UAE CAR-145. This article highlights key differences in areas such as Form 1 acceptance, PMA parts, and supplier control, with a focus on requirements for stores and materials management. Form 1 – GCAA is more explicit and broader: CAR-145 lists an…

August 2025 saw a significant wave of regulatory developments from EASA across multiple domains, including airworthiness, flight operations, innovative air mobility, and ground handling. These developments require attention from operators, CAMOs, MROs, regulators, and UAS stakeholders to ensure compliance, operational readiness, and alignment with evolving safety priorities. 1. Initial & Continuing Airworthiness – Airworthiness Directives…