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Review Concerning EASA Position on Alternative Method of Compliance (AMOC) to an Airworthiness Directive (AD)

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Alternative Method of Compliance

April 12, 2022

Steven Bentley

A review carried out by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Introduction With approval from EASA, it is possible to develop an Alternative Method of Compliance with an Airworthiness Requirement. (Each AMOC application should relate to one AD only.) An Alternative Method of Compliance (AMOC) is an EASA approved deviation to an AD. It is a…

Introduction to Strategic Planning

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Strategic Planning

April 11, 2022

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com looks at the management approach to ensure effective management of the Organization’s Strategic Development. Introduction Strategic Planning provides an approach whereby goals, as well as short-term & medium-term objectives, are identified by the leadership team and communicated at all levels throughout the organisation. Through strategic planning, the organisation is able…

Bi-Lateral Approval between FAA & UK CAA Concerning Products & Articles

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FAA & UK CAA

April 05, 2022

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers current acceptance between FAA & UK CAA. The UK CAA accepts the following in respect of FAA Products & Articles Note 1: Aircraft certified in the restricted category for purposes of agricultural, forest, and wildlife conservation, aerial surveying, patrolling, weather control, aerial advertising, aerial dispensing of liquids, and other…

Aircraft Cabin Reconfiguration IFE Certification Considerations

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IFE

March 30, 2022

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com reviews a number of key issues related to the installation & certification of IFE systems. Introduction From the passenger perspective, In-Flight Entertainment (IFE) is essentially for other than low cost, short-haul travel. Typically delivered to seat-back screens as well as personal electronic devices (PEDs) via wireless access points. An IFE…