Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers best practice ramp operations – Circle of Safety. Introduction – What is the Circle of Safety? The Aerodrome Ramp Circle of Safety refers to a designated area around an aircraft, especially when it’s parked or being serviced on the ramp (also known as the apron or tarmac). This area is established…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the need for FOD Maintenance procedures, best practices, and Cautions. Maintenance Procedures Overview Important Note The goal of a FOD prevention program is not just to detect and remove FOD but to prevent its occurrence in the first place.  For effective oversight, it is recommended to have a FOD manager…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com looks at the Risk Register Process which should sit at the Heart of the Organizations SMS Introduction – EASA Risk-Based Oversight & the role of the risk register Aviation safety management system (SMS) risk registers are used to identify and manage potential hazards and risks associated with aviation operations. The risk…