Risk-Based Auditing

The Role of AI to Support EASA Regulations Interpretation Navigation and Compliance Challenges

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May 07, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Considers how to engage with risk data resources, relevant data analysis, together with the establishment of effective risk-based auditing mechanism. Introduction – Navigating EASA Compliance and Interpretation – The Role of AI The use of AI in EASA regulatory compliance is not just a modern convenience, it is a fundamental shift that addresses…

How to Interpret EASA Related Audit Findings to Support the Organization Data Capture and Data Analysis Processes

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April 22, 2026

Steven Bentley

Introduction Interpreting audit findings in a modern aviation environment has shifted from a simple “tick-box” verification of rules to a sophisticated evaluation of organizational health and risk. In a Risk-Based Auditing (RBA) framework, findings serve as critical data points that calibrate an organization’s “Risk Compass,” helping safety practitioners understand where limited resources should be directed…

Practical Safety Auditing Methods for Aviation Ground Operations SMS

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December 16, 2024

Steven Bentley

Steve Bentley, FRAeS CEO of Sofema Aviation Services Considers the best practices, challenges and additional considerations related to Safety Auditing Methods within Ground Operations Both SMS compliance auditing and safety system (risk) auditing are crucial for maintaining and improving aviation safety. Compliance auditing ensures the organization meets regulatory standards, but risk auditing goes further by…

Delegates from European Air Charter successfully completed two SAS courses

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Delegates from European Air Charter successfully completed two SAS courses

April 13, 2022

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com is pleased to share that two SAS courses were successfully delivered to 13 delegates from European Air Charter.  The SAS CEO Steve Bentley carried out the training on 28 February 2022 & 01 March 2022 at European Air Charter Facilities, Sofia, Bulgaria. About the courses:  SMS Safety Risk Recurrent & Review –…