Root Cause Analysis

Key Topics and Practical Focus Areas – What Will Be Covered in the EASA Compliance Auditors Masterclass

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Masterclass

May 18, 2026

Steven Bentley

Led by CEO Steven Bentley, Sofema Aviation is hosting the EASA Compliance Auditors Masterclass Webinar on May 20th. It focuses on practical application over theory, emphasizing how EASA compliance is managed in real-world organisational environments.   Key Topics Covered in the Masterclass The session will address a range of current and high-value auditing and compliance…

EASA Internal Audit Root Cause Analysis Techniques

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April 29, 2026

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation (SA) considers in depth the process to identify systemic risks before they become findings in an EASA audit, additionally how to ensure that the Quality Control processes are compliant and effective. Introduction In the EASA environment, the shift from purely compliance-based oversight to performance-based oversight requires organizations to move beyond “checking boxes.” To…

Compliance Auditing Considerations – Providing Positive Feedback & Managing Reports to Drive Positive Changes

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April 28, 2026

Steven Bentley

Introduction – The shift from a culture of blame to a culture of systemic improvement is a cornerstone of modern aviation safety management. When an organization reacts to audit findings by blaming the “person in charge,” it incentivizes the concealment of errors, which ultimately degrades safety and operational efficiency. The most effective audit reports are those…

EASA Internal Compliance Audit Enhancement Considerations

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April 20, 2026

Steven Bentley

Introduction – To consider the following elements in focus: How to enhance the depth of our internal audits with focus on Root Cause Analysis Techniques. How to identify systemic risks before they become findings in an EASA audit, How to ensure that the Quality Control processes are compliant and effective. Root Cause Analysis (RCA) vs….