Maintenance

Generic List of Critical Maintenance Tasks to comply with EASA Part 145.A.48

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Two aviation maintenance personnel inspecting an aircraft engine, with one reaching inside the turbine. The Sofema Aviation Services logo is displayed in the top-left corner, with a text overlay discussing critical maintenance tasks under EASA Part 145.A.48.

February 26, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key tasks which are applicable candidates for Critical Maintenance Tasks Inspection. These tasks are examples and will vary based on aircraft type, operator-specific requirements, and maintenance program. EASA requires risk assessment and procedural controls to ensure critical maintenance tasks are performed correctly, including independent inspections. Human factors are critical in…

EASA Part 145 OJT for First Type License

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February 11, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS)Ā www.sassofia.com considers key aspects related to the practical delivery of OJT within the EASA Part 145 Workplace. Updated regulatory requirements driven by EASA Regulation – EU) 2023/989 Introduction The requirement for participating in supervised practical training during On-the-Job Training (OJT) is governed by EASA Part 66 and Part 145, specifically as detailed…

Aircraft Engine Vibration – Considerations

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January 22, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS)Ā www.sassofia.com considers the importance of addressing aircraft engine vibration issues at the earliest opportunity IntroductionĀ  Aircraft engine vibration is a major concern for maintenance teams due to its potential to cause severe damage. Imbalanced parts can lead to cracked components, metal fatigue, and catastrophic engine failure if not addressed. Vibration Sources Vibration…

Meet one of the Winners of Sofema Onlineā€™s Mascot Prize Contest – Marshallino Coetzee!

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January 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

We are excited to present the winners from the Sofema Onlineā€™s Mascot Prize Contest! Meet Marshallino Coetzee, one of the FREE Diploma Winners of Our Mascot Prize Contest. He is a Safety Manager for a group of companies. Hear more from Marshallino and his journey below. Marshallino has chosen the Ā EASA Part 145 Safety Management…