Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Presents considerations related to best practice communication procedures during Ground De-icing / Anti-icing Operations. Introduction – What can happen when it all goes wrong! https://www.tsb.gc.ca/eng/rapports-reports/aviation/1995/a95q0015/a95q0015.html Case Study – Collision with vehicle Royal Air Maroc Boeing 747-400 CN-RGA Montreal (Mirabel) International Airport, Quebec 21 January 1995 Synopsis The Royal Air Maroc…

Considering the Difference Between EASA Minor & Major Changes – Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com reviews potential changes to Type Certificates (TC) and Supplemental Type Certificates (STC). Introduction When changes are needed to an airframe or onboard equipment, there are two options: To initiate a modification by the type design holder (manufacturer), To request a…

Comments regarding Aircraft Ground De-icing by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Introduction The successful treatment of ice and snow deposits on aeroplanes on the ground is an absolute necessity to the safety of winter operations. Requirements and guidance can be found in the following ICAO documents: Annex 6 — Operation of Aircraft · Part I…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the use of the Terms Contract and Sub-Contract and in each case where the responsibility sits for both Quality & Safety activities. Understanding Contractual and Sub Contractual relationships in an EASA Aviation context. EASA has adopted a Specific Terminology to identify specific responsibility for certain activities namely: Contracted Activities Sub-contracted…