Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key aspects of HF- CRM exposures Introduction Under EASA, the Air Operator (AOC holder) is governed by Part-ORO (Organisation Requirements for Air Operations), which must seamlessly interface with Part-CAMO and Part-145.The synergy between these regulations is where the most significant safety improvements as well as the most significant exposures are…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Considers Risk Based Oversight (RBO) Fundamentals Anatomy of a Failure: Latent vs. Active To audit for systemic failure, an auditor should distinguish between two types of conditions: Active Failures (The Sharp End): These are the errors or violations committed by frontline staff (pilots, mechanics, controllers) that have an immediate impact. These are…

Aviation Safety Managers are meant to be the guardians of our skies — quiet heroes navigating risk, promoting just culture, and pushing for systemic improvements. And yet, many feel unsupported in their role. The challenge isn’t just technical — it’s cultural, structural, and often personal. Leadership expectations are rising, but many Safety Managers haven’t been…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the challenges and best practices related to the Management of Aviation Safety Risk and Exposure. Introduction Safety risk and exposure within an aviation environment is a critical topic, encompassing the various hazards and challenges that can occur during flight operations, as well as the measures in place to manage these…