Review regarding EASA Quality System by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Introduction In 1998 The Joint Aviation Authorities launched JAR OPS 1 (and “3”) contained within these documents was for the first time a specific requirement (JAR OPS Subpart B 1.035) for an independent audit function within the Operations Environment – With the transition to…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com takes a deep dive into the process to obtain a return on the investment of the auditors’ time (ROI) during the performance of Aviation Compliance Audits. Introduction To deliver effective EASA compliance audits it is necessary to pay attention to a number of key areas which are identified below for…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) – considers best practices related to effective audit communication between the auditor & auditee. Introduction An EASA approved Aviation Quality Assurance System is typically headed up by the Compliance Manager (CM) also known as the Quality Assurance Manager (QAM) or (QM). The entire Quality Assurance System is a documented process through…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the process to classify findings during an audit. Introduction – Considering the difference between the different levels In just a few words let’s first consider From the Regulatory Point of View: Level 1 needs to be addressed immediately. (There needs to be a reason – typically related to Safety)…