Risk Mitigation

Delivering Safety Improvements through Cultural Change to Consider Mitigations That Impact the Exposures Introduced by HF – CRM

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Human Factors

May 27, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key aspects of HF- CRM exposures Introduction Under EASA, the Air Operator (AOC holder) is governed by Part-ORO (Organisation Requirements for Air Operations), which must seamlessly interface with Part-CAMO and Part-145.The synergy between these regulations is where the most significant safety improvements as well as the most significant exposures are…

CAMO Data Compliance Essentials

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Aircraft maintenance technicians performing inspection near engine – CAMO Data Compliance Essentials by Sofema Aviation Services.

March 24, 2025

Steven Bentley

Under EASA Part-CAMO (Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation), robust data management practices are mandated to ensure ongoing compliance and airworthiness. The specific requirements include: Maintain Complete Aircraft Records CAMOs are required to maintain comprehensive records that document the airworthiness status, maintenance actions, life-limited parts, modifications, inspections, and defect rectifications of each aircraft. This is outlined in…

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…

Relentless Root Cause – Considerations related to Investigation and Analysis Risk and Exposure

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November 01, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the relationship between relentless root cause and its importance in risk management and problem-solving. Introduction The relentless pursuit of root causes not only enhances safety and operational integrity but also aligns with strategic business objectives by mitigating risks and strengthening organizational resilience. By adopting structured analytical methodologies and fostering a…