Safety Assurance

Strengthen Safety Assurance with Our New ISO 9001:2015-Compliant Aviation Quality Auditing Course

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November 20, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) is pleased to share that a new course has been added to our training portfolio: Aviation Quality Auditing Compliant with ISO 9001:2015 for Enhanced Safety Performance – 3 Days   Available as a Classroom or Webinar training* – Register at [email protected] *New – Participants can now enrol Free of Charge (FOC) in a complementary 1-day Sofema…

Navigating the EASA MSAT Document

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September 23, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) takes a deep dive into the practical use of the EASA MSAT process. Introduction The EASA Management System Assessment Tool (MSAT) is designed to help both Competent Authorities and organisations evaluate the maturity and effectiveness of their Management Systems (MS). It supports a shift from purely compliance-based oversight to performance-based oversight…

Understanding the 12 Elements of the ICAO SMS Framework

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June 10, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the core elements of the ICAO SMS Framework The 12 Elements of the ICAO SMS Framework offer a powerful blueprint for building a proactive, risk-based safety management system. Implementation is not automatic. It requires strong leadership, active  and a relentless focus on continuous improvement. that successfully embed the 12 elements…

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…