Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the frequently used Abbreviations & Definitions within SAFA (Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft)  and SACA (Safety Assessment of Community Aircraft). Abbreviations & Definitions ACMI Aircraft Crew Maintenance Insurance (provided in a wet lease arrangement) AD Airworthiness Directive AIP Aeronautical Information Publications AMC Acceptable Means of Compliance AMM Aircraft Maintenance Manual…

MSG 3 Aircraft Inspection Considerations – Introduction by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com What is MSG 3 MSG stands for Maintenance Steering Group (3 is the 3rd version of the process and has been around since 1980). It provides a process which is used for developing scheduled maintenance tasks and intervals, which will be acceptable to the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) (www.sassofia.com) takes a look at how The Aircraft Maintenance Program comes together. The Role of the MPD The Primary Source of the Operators Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP) is the Maintenance Planning Document (MPD). The MPD is actually an “unapproved” document and is essentially a repository for multiple maintenance requirements coming from…

To manage Airworthiness Standards Airbus Industry has developed a six part Airworthiness Section to support the Maintenance Planning Document (MPD). Airworthiness standards are not only set for the design of the aircraft but also for operation and maintenance while in service. The Maintenance Program is typically under continuous development and must demonstrate compliance with the…