Steven Bentley has been an Aviation Auditor for more than 25 years and this is what he says about acting like an aviation auditor. ” As an aviation auditor we soon realise that we only have a limited time available in which to complete our understanding, analysis and assess any potential exposures to validate this understanding…

Essentially Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) is the exploitation of flight data to support an understanding of the various exposures, the knowledge of which, may successfully lead to the development of mitigations which can be employed to enhance flight safety. The FDM procedure document should as a minimum define and include procedures related to the following:…

Fulfilling the role of Quality or Compliance Auditor can be a very satisfying and rewarding activity. However just as in any activity or vocation practice makes perfect and it is necessary to understand develop and perfect your craft or skills. Sofema Aviation Services www.sassofia.com and EASAonline www.easaonline.com offer EASA compliant courses which have been created by industry professionals and…

The primary objectives of a Flight Data Monitoring System FDM programme is to provide a tool for the operator to monitor its operational safety. According to Commission Regulation (EU) 965/2012, “Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) means the proactive and non-punitive use of digital flight data from routine operations to improve aviation safety”. Considered alongside a reporting system, FDM becomes…