Sofema Aviation Services (SAS)  looks at the role and purpose of Engine Condition Trend Monitoring (ECTM) What is Engine Condition Trend Monitoring (ECTM)? ECTM is the process of monitoring key engine parameters to detect impending failures and assess engine performance. ECM essentially uses standard engine and aircraft instrumentation to support the monitoring of the various…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers best practices and techniques to ensure the correct maintenance of Aircraft Flight Deck and Cabin Windows. Introduction Aircraft windows, both in the flight deck and the cabin, are critical components that ensure visibility, safety, and comfort for the crew and passengers. Proper maintenance and cleaning are essential to ensure their…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers key elements related to the effective Inspection of Aviation Composite Materials. Introduction The goal of damage tolerance evaluation is to predict how an aircraft structure will behave if it sustains damage – whether from fatigue, inherent flaws, large-scale manufacturing defects, or accidental damage during its operational lifetime. To ensure that this…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com identifies key elements suitable for Risk Consideration Elements consideration when building an EASA Part 145 Risk Register. Management Considerations Limited or lack of management commitment Management do not demonstrate support for the activity Lack of or incomplete description of roles, accountabilities and responsibilities Limited or lack of resource availability or planning,…