How does the role the Quality Assurance (QA) Auditor differ within the EASA environment compared to say other aviation regulatory systems? (FAA for example?) Well, the first thing to consider is that the role of the Quality Assurance Auditor within the EASA system is quite specific in that it requires “Independence” This is not the…

The Aviation Maintenance Planning Function is the responsibility of the Aircraft Operator or Owner. Without doubt the opportunity exists in every organization to employ effective Maintenance Planning processes which may contribute significantly to achieving real cost savings within the organization. This comprehensive package of 5 courses considers best practice processes for accomplishing the various tasks,…

We could ask the question why to have regulations, but off course the answer is obvious in that we need regulations to protect our industry, people and passengers. Plus it is essential to have a consistent way of controlling the way we do “what we do”. Where do the Regulations come from? Well, in fact…

EASA Aircraft Technical Records Foundation​ What are Aircraft Technical Records? At first it might seem obvious. They are the records, which demonstrate the maintenance performed on aircraft. However as we dig a little deeper we uncover a set of rules and regulations which describes exactly what we mean by both Aircraft Technical Records as well…