Investigation

Stop the Blame Game: Transform Your Maintenance Safety with a MEDA Investigation

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October 28, 2025

Steven Bentley

In the high-stakes world of aviation maintenance, an error isn’t just a minor slip – it can be a multi-million dollar event that grounds an aircraft, delays a flight, or, worst of all, compromises safety. Too often, the immediate reaction is to point the finger at the technician on the job. But what if we…

Performing and Managing Aviation Investigations

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the best practices related to performing Investigations

July 26, 2024

Steven Bentley

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 awarded contract to deliver SMS Practical Investigation Skills Training for Lufthansa Technik Philippines

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September 04, 2015

Steven Bentley

The course will take place at the facilities of LHP in Manila commencing end of September 2015. SAS is pleased to have the opportunity to deliver our  5 Days specialist training which is specifically aimed at investigating – analyzing – understanding and developing mitigations for the incidents accidents and safety occurrences which are faced on…

Investigation and analysis considering Risk and Exposure – When to perform investigations

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March 16, 2015

Steven Bentley

For some years now airlines have been implementing to one degree or another Safety Management Systems (SMS). Integral to the effectiveness of this process is the need to develop organisational reporting systems which are based on the Proactive model of encouraging all staff to report and hazards in the work place. We encourage the creation…