Safety promotion

KSA – GACAR Part 5 SMS Compliance Overview

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GACAR Part 5

January 31, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key aspects of the GACAR Part 5 Safety Management System Introduction GACAR Part 5 presents a robust framework for ensuring aviation safety through a systematic approach to: Risk management, Assurance, and Continuous improvement. Implementation challenges, especially in the areas of hazard identification, safety promotion, and recordkeeping, require thoughtful adaptation…

Considerations Related to the Need for EASA Part 145 Safety Management System Training

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sasssofia.com considers the critical aspects of EASA Part 145 Safety Management System Training

July 19, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sasssofia.com considers the critical aspects of EASA Part 145 Safety Management System Training. Introduction – Importance of SMS Training Safety Management System training is fundamental in aviation maintenance because it underpins the organization’s safety culture and operational integrity. The basic concept of SMS training is to educate and reinforce the importance of…

How EASA Regulatory Authorities and Organizations Can Use Management System Assessment Tool MSAT

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Management- System-Assessment-Tool MSAT

February 28, 2024

Steven Bentley

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…

The EASA Management System Assessment MSAT Tool – Introduction

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EASA-Management- System-Assessment MSAT Tool

February 27, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key attributes of the EASA Management System Assessment MSAT Tool – Its role and primary uses. Introduction The EASA Management System Assessment Tool (MSAT) plays a critical role in enhancing aviation safety within the European Union by providing a structured framework for evaluating the effectiveness of management systems in the…