Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) looks at the regulatory objectives driven by an FAA & EASA-compliant Corrosion Protection and Control Program. Introduction – Why do we need a CPCP? All large aircraft are vulnerable to different forms of corrosion and most, (but not all) are subject to a CPCP. Note – For Aircraft which are MSG3…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) – reviews the current status of Performance Based Navigation (PBN) from an FAA perspective. See here for reference. Introduction – Performance Based Navigation PBN offers the potential for environmental benefits through improved fuel usage, reducing C02 emissions, and eliminating high-thrust go-arounds. The degree of impact on requirements for crews, flight operations,…

Sofema Aviation Services shares the latest events in the Aviation business from around the world in our Aviation Weekly News Roundup: > FAA Releases Part 135 Fatigue Recommendations The FAA recently released a 77-page report from a government/industry group recommending that the agency adopt an alertness management program (AMP) concept for Part 135 operations to protect…

Following multiple accidents & incidents related to failures in Structural Integrity, it is accepted throughout the industry that there is a need to have continuing updated knowledge concerning the structural integrity of aeroplanes. As aircraft age, they become more susceptible to deterioration, including the potential for fatigue cracking and corrosion. As such the management of…