Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the key aspects of an ICAO-compliant Safety Management System (SMS) Introduction The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) provides a framework for an Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) that is designed to manage safety risks in the aviation industry. A fully compliant SMS according to ICAO standards is structured around several…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the active elements of the Safety Management System (SMS) and the Duties of the Safety Manager – Ref Regulation (EU) 2022/201 Introduction The role of a Safety Management System (SMS) within an EASA Part 21 J – 21.A.239 Design Management System under Regulation (EU) 2022/201 is integral to ensuring aviation safety…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the opportunities for both Competent Authorities and Industry to take advantage of the opportunities related to the use of the EASA Management System Assessment Tool MSAT. Introduction  – MSAT aims to significantly contribute to improving safety management and oversight within the aviation industry, aligning with both EU regulations and international safety…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the general features related to an EASA-Compliant Operations Manuals Introduction – Structure of the Operations Manual The manual should be well-structured and easy to navigate. It typically consists of several parts: Part-A: General/Basic: Policies, responsibilities of key personnel, and a description of the operator’s management system. Part-B: Operating Procedures:…