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Master the Challenges of EASA Part 21 (POA & DOA): Free Workshop by Sofema Aviation Services

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EASA Part 21

December 15, 2025

Steven Bentley

Achieving EASA Part 21 G and Part 21 J Approval: Practical Guidance on Challenges and Best Practices. Sofema invites you to a free EASA Part 21 (POA & DOA) Workshop, which will provide practical guidance on navigating the approval process, managing the DOA–POA interface, and addressing common audit findings identified through regulatory oversight and audit…

FAA Approved Parts & Exceptions

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FAA Approved Parts & Exceptions – Sofema Aviation Services. Image featuring a miniature airplane, an American flag, and barbed wire.

March 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the key aspects related to FAA Approved Parts & Exceptions Introduction – FAA Approved Parts FAA-approved parts are those that comply with the FAA’s stringent requirements for safety, quality, and airworthiness. These parts fall under the purview of 14 CFR regulations, primarily in Part 21, and must meet one of the following approval pathways: Parts Manufactured under…

EASA Part 21J Safety Management System – Workshop Task – Boeing 737 MAX Groundings

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January 13, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com EASA Part 21J – Workshop Task to understand the root causes associated with the Boeing Max Catastrophic Events and to focus on the Understanding of Design Shortfalls and Mitigations required to preclude similar recurrence in the future The failure to recognize the risk of a single-point failure in the AoA sensor…

Key Elements to Consider when Developing an Aviation Maintenance Contract

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Key Elements to Consider when Developing an Aviation Maintenance Contract

April 30, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key elements to ensure a successful aviation maintenance contract Introduction The Essence of Cooperative Relationships: The dynamics of the aviation market underscore the importance of fostering cooperative relationships between airlines and maintenance organizations. Such relationships transcend mere adherence to deadlines and targets. They are built on a foundation of…