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…

Discussion Document Presented by Steve Bentley FRAeS CEO of Sofema (SAS) www.sassofia.com considering a number of key issues, challenges and best practices Introduction The FAA Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) is a combined design and production approval for modifying and producing replacement parts for aircraft. It allows manufacturers to create aftermarket parts that meet or exceed the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com reviews the Technical Implementation Procedures (TIP) For Airworthiness and Environmental Certification, Between the Federal Aviation Administration of the United States of America (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Revision 7 (Effective November 18, 2023), concerning FAA PMA Parts within EASA Regulatory Environment IAW TIP. Introduction – Parts Manufacturing…