Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the importance of addressing aircraft engine vibration issues at the earliest opportunity Introduction  Aircraft engine vibration is a major concern for maintenance teams due to its potential to cause severe damage. Imbalanced parts can lead to cracked components, metal fatigue, and catastrophic engine failure if not addressed. Vibration Sources Vibration…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key features of the EASA – TCCA Technical Implementation Procedures (TIP) Introduction EASA-TCCA Technical Implementation Procedures for Airworthiness and Environmental Certification Revision 4 (Dated 10 December 2018) governs the certification and airworthiness processes for civil aviation products between the European Union (represented by the European Aviation Safety Agency or EASA)…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com reviews requirements & best practices related to the implementation of an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS) (Applicable from 22 February 2026 – Regulation (EU) 2023/203) Introduction To implement effective systems for 145.A.200A ISMS and 145.A.202 Internal Safety Reporting Scheme, an organization must establish a robust framework that integrates these systems…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Explores Key Aspects of the EASA STC Certification Process and Bilateral Considerations with TCAA Introduction Both EASA and TCCA adhere to international standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), although each has its own detailed regulations. Bilateral agreements aim to harmonize these standards, reducing discrepancies and creating a more…