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…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the fundamentals of Risk Based Oversight related to Air Navigation and Air Traffic Management Introduction Risk-Based Oversight (RBO) is a dynamic approach to the safety oversight of the aviation industry, driven by the combination of the risk profile and safety performance of an organization. It focuses on ensuring compliance while also…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com takes a deep dive into the subject to understand the merits of an effective safety survey process and the benefits for the organization. Introduction EASA does not mandate a standard for surveys, this is left to the discretion of the organization to develop. Unfortunately, this creates a challenge for both the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com identifies the key difference between Zonal Safety Analysis (ZSA), Particular Risk Analysis (PRA) and Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) techniques. The core focus of aviation safety is to minimize and manage risks associated with aircraft operations. In-depth safety analyses such as ZSA, PRA, and FMEA are instrumental in identifying,…