Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers key aspects related to the development of an EASA-compliant Risk Register and Safety Management System (SMS) Hazard Log Introduction It is important to secure top management buy-in and clear communication about SMS benefits. Moreover, to create a safety culture where reporting hazards is encouraged and not penalized. Train staff on…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the role of Part T for a “European CAMO” Part T applies to aircraft registered in a third country (which means a non-EU country) and whose oversight has not been delegated to a Member State. Part T concerns the airworthiness management of aircraft that are leased for a short term…

Sofema considers the specific requirements for Third Country EASA Part 145 Safety Managers found in EASA Document WI.CAO.00115-006 (Approval Date 10/11/2022) Foreign Part-145 – Management Personnel Introduction A Third Country EASA Part 145 Safety Manager in an EASA Part 145 MRO organization has a highly responsible role that requires a deep understanding of aviation safety…

The History of Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft (SAFA) – considerations by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Introduction The SAFA programme started in 1996 and is focused on assessing the level of compliance with the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards of the airlines operating at the various airports which are within the jurisdiction of…