It is a requirement of EASA that all Part 145 organisations have an effective Internal Audit Process, moreover the obligation of the organisation to manage the specific competence off all those involved is clearly stated: – “The organisation shall establish and control the competence of personnel involved in any maintenance, management and/or quality audits” Whilst…

Consider the following role definitions and responsibilities: Firstly that the Accountable Manager is responsible for both the Quality and Safety Systems, the Quality System includes both elements of Quality Control and Quality Assurance, however these days we are starting to talk more about Quality Compliance (effectively Compliance and Assurance are the same). Secondly that The…

To start by saying that I firmly believe the concept of the management system as required by EASA actually delivers a working methodology which not only complies with the intent of ICAO but does so in a practical way. EASA recognizes the roles and responsibilities within the management team, clearly identifying that the responsibility of…

Just as important do Organisational Quality systems understand the role of 147 training organisations. The is some concern in certain quarters regarding a shortfall in competence amongst senior aviation personal particularly persons who are nominated as post holders. Lets clear the air! 1/ The Accountable Manager is not required to be an expert. True –…