Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) examines Risk Disassociation in EASA Part 145, highlighting key features, compliance points, and oversight checks. Introduction Risk disassociation is a critical challenge in EASA Part 145 organizations, as decision-makers who are not directly exposed to maintenance risks may struggle to fully appreciate their consequences. By implementing structured risk engagement mechanisms, immersive training,…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) reviews the current FAA Suspected Unapproved Parts (SUP) Program and considers key features. Introduction The FAA Suspected Unapproved Parts (SUP) Program Office, initiated in November 1995, continues to be a critical initiative for maintaining safety and integrity within the aviation industry. The program aims to proactively identify, address, and remove unapproved parts from the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Considers the key elements of EASA Information & Cyber Security Regulatory Obligations Introduction Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2022/1645 establishes requirements for managing information security risks with a potential impact on aviation safety. It applies to Part 21 Design Organisations (DOs) and Production Organisations (POs), requiring them to implement an Information Security…

Under EASA Part-CAMO (Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation), robust data management practices are mandated to ensure ongoing compliance and airworthiness. The specific requirements include: Maintain Complete Aircraft Records CAMOs are required to maintain comprehensive records that document the airworthiness status, maintenance actions, life-limited parts, modifications, inspections, and defect rectifications of each aircraft. This is outlined in…