Maintenance Safety

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…

Introduction to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia GACAR Part 145 & GACAR Part 43 for Repair Stations

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Introduction to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia GACAR Part 145 & GACAR Part 43 for Repair Stations.

October 09, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com reviews the key events related to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia GACAR Part 145 & Part 43 The evolution of GACAR regulations, particularly GACAR 43 and 145, has been pivotal in ensuring the safety and efficiency of aviation operations in Saudi Arabia. The regulatory framework has provided clear guidelines for maintenance…

Safety Management System (SMS) Requirements for GACAR Part 145 and GACAR Part 43 Organizations

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Safety Management System (SMS) Requirements for GACAR Part 145 and GACAR Part 43 Organizations.

October 07, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the requirements placed on Aviation Maintenance Organisations by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Introduction In Compliance with the objectives of ICAO Annex 19, General Authority of Civil Aviation Regulations (GACAR) Part 145 (Repair Stations) and GACAR Part 43, Safety Management Systems (SMS) play an important role in ensuring the safety and…