Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com considers the process of ensuring effective  risk control and mitigation strategies within an EASA Part 21J SMS Introduction For EASA Part 21J SMS, implementing effective risk control and mitigation strategies involves a combination of hazard identification, safety risk management, and continual monitoring to ensure compliance and manage potential hazards associated with design…

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…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com, considers the best practices for performing and managing aviation investigations, focusing on the Root Cause. Introduction to Investigation Methodologies Aviation investigations require a nuanced understanding of both systemic issues and human factors. They are not merely about finding who is at fault but understanding the various contributing factors, from organizational culture…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the relationship between maintenance error and fuel tank safety exposure Introduction – Maintenance errors can have severe implications for fuel tank safety in aviation, which, at the very worst, could lead to catastrophic outcomes. Here we look in detail at typical causal factors and appropriate mitigations where relevant. Aviation maintenance…