Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the key aspects related to FAA Approved Parts & Exceptions Introduction – FAA Approved Parts FAA-approved parts are those that comply with the FAA’s stringent requirements for safety, quality, and airworthiness. These parts fall under the purview of 14 CFR regulations, primarily in Part 21, and must meet one of the following approval pathways: Parts Manufactured under…

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup: > Teen Charged in Australia After Allegedly Boarding Plane with ShotgunA seventeen-year-old boy has been charged with eight offences following an incident on a Jetstar Airways plane. Read More > AOPA Supports FAA’s Delay…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) reviews key aspects of Risk Management in Aviation, as outlined in the FAA Risk Management Handbook (FAA-H-8083-2A) Introduction The Risk Management Handbook (FAA-H-8083-2A) published by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), serves as a comprehensive guide to help pilots recognize, assess, and manage risk during all phases of flight. Aimed at improving…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) reviews key changes introduced in the EASA 2024 Regulatory Update, impacting operations and maintenance under EASA regulations. During 2024, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) introduced several significant updates to regulations concerning maintenance operations and Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisations (CAMOs). Key developments include: Easy Access Rules for Continuing Airworthiness (Revision…