Comments by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com concerning the multiple challenges, faced by our industry, including the obligation to comply with a significant regulatory burden. Other initiatives abound introduced by for example IATA (IOSA) and other niche compliance & Safety Management System SMS drivers (ISBAO & ISBAH for business operators). Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) are…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the requirements for Safety Assessment reference CS 25-1309 as Part of the Regulatory Approval and Continued Airworthiness Process Introduction EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) certification is an important process that aircraft manufacturers and operators must go through to ensure the safety and airworthiness of their products. As part of…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the development and evolution of Aircraft Certification Concepts and Techniques, concerning the EASA System Safety Analysis Introduction For several years aeroplane systems were evaluated to specific requirements, to the “single fault’” criterion, or the fail-safe design concept. As later-generation aeroplanes developed, more safety-critical functions were required to be performed, which…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the fundamental elements of the Hazard Analysis Process Introduction – What is the role of the Hazard Analysis? Hazard analyses are performed to identify and define hazardous conditions/risks for the purpose of their elimination or control. Analyses examine the system, subsystems, components, and interrelationships. Steps in performing a Hazard Analysis: Describe…