ICAO Annex 6

ICAO Annex 6 – Article 83bis Implications and the “Safety Oversight of the State of the Operator.”

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83bis

January 22, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the role and purpose of ICAO Article 83bis. Introduction ICAO Annex 6 (Operation of Aircraft) is fundamentally built on the principle that the State of the Operator is responsible for the safety oversight of air operations. However, the Chicago Convention originally placed primary responsibility on the State of Registry. This creates a legal and…

Fatigue Management: ICAO SARPs regarding Flight Time and Duty Limitations.

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January 19, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) reviews the differences between ICAO & EASA Flight Time Limitations Introduction Fatigue management is a critical safety pillar under ICAO Annex 6 (Operation of Aircraft). It addresses the physiological risks of sleep loss, extended wakefulness, and circadian rhythm disruption. While ICAO provides high-level Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs), EASA provides a…

A new training dedicated to Framework: ICAO Annex 1, 6, & 8 – Role, Purpose, and Applicability is now available – Book your place

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ICAO Annex 1 blog image

December 03, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com is pleased to share that a new course has been added to our training portfolio: Framework: ICAO Annex 1, 6, & 8 – Role, Purpose, and Applicability Available as a Classroom or Webinar training – Register at [email protected] What is the training about? This 2-day course provides a comprehensive exploration of ICAO Annexes…

Introduction to ICAO Annex 1, 6 & 8 Role & Purpose

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ICAO Annex 1, 6 & 8

January 23, 2023

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the role, purpose, and applicability of International Civil Aviation Organisation ICAO Annex 1, 6 & 8. ICAO Annex 1, 6 & 8 – Introduction ICAO SARPS (Standards and Recommended Practices) for each area of ICAO responsibility are contained in 19 Annexes. Each Annex deals with a particular subject area. All are…