Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) (www.sassofia.com) considers key elements found in both the GACA and EASA Safety Management Systems (SMS) with Focus on Ground Operations While both GACA and EASA SMS frameworks share common objectives—such as proactive safety management, continuous monitoring, and the promotion of safety culture—there are distinct differences in how these objectives are implemented….

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…