Presented by Steve Bentley FRAeS CEO of Sofema Aviation Services (www.sassofia.com) Introduction The bilateral relationships between EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency), the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration, USA), and Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) are based on a framework of agreements and implementation procedures that allow for cooperation in airworthiness certification safety oversight, and maintenance. These agreements aim to streamline…

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 Welcomes a Guest Blog by Florin Necula: The Limited Effectiveness of Regulations and Procedures in Aircraft Maintenance By Florin Necula, PhD, Maintenance Postholder at RAS Technic Introduction Aircraft maintenance is a highly regulated field, with safety as its ultimate goal. Authorities such as the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the…

We are delighted to welcome Hi Fly as the newest member of our Privileged Training Partner (PTP) program About Hi Fly Hi Fly is a leading wet lease airline, specializing in the supply of aircraft, crew, maintenance, and insurance (ACMI) to global clients. With an all-Airbus fleet and a strong commitment to sustainability, Hi Fly provides…