Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

In-Service Development of the EASA Compliant Aircraft Maintenance Program

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January 23, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers EASA Compliant Aircraft Maintenance Program Post-Introduction and MSG-3 Interfaces Introduction Once an Aircraft Maintenance Program (AMP) is developed and approved using the MSG-3 methodology, its lifecycle does not end. The Maintenance Review Board (MRB) is a crucial element in the maintenance program development process, particularly post-production. Post-production MRB meetings are…

Techniques for Identifying Underlying Causes in Safety Incidents & Use of Practical Tools and Methods

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November 25, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers a number of techniques suitable for identifying underlying causes in safety incidents, focusing on practical tools and methods relevant to design organizations Introduction For identifying the underlying causes of safety incidents, we should focus on techniques that effectively uncover root causes and inform risk control and mitigation strategies. Consider the…

Relentless Root Cause – Using Pareto Techniques as Part of Root Cause Activities

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Relentless Root Cause – Using Pareto Techniques as Part of Root Cause Activities

August 29, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the benefit of using Pareto Techniques as part of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities. Introduction Pareto Techniques can be highly effective in identifying and addressing the most significant issues that contribute to a problem. Here’s how the Pareto Principle, commonly known as the “80/20 rule,” can be integrated into RCA…

Delivering Relentless Root Cause within an Aviation Organization

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Delivering Relentless Root Cause within an Aviation Organization

June 27, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the behaviours and elements that deliver the Relentless Root Cause Introduction Implementing a Relentless Root Cause Analysis (RCA) requires both methodologies and tools and a cultural commitment to learning and improvement. It involves challenging established norms, advocating for transparency, and fostering an environment that encourages questioning and feedback. By integrating…