Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com Reviews Appendix I — CAO management contract Ref. Regulation (EU) 2022/410 Introduction When an owner or operator contracts with a CAMO or CAO under point M.A.201 to carry out continuing airworthiness management tasks, upon request by the competent authority, the owner or operator shall send a copy of the contract signed…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sofemaonline.com considers the type of defects which may be encountered during the inspection of Aircraft Composite Material. Disbond Disbond is the separation between laminates, e.g. a bonded joint, or the separation of a laminate skin from honeycomb core material. Early detection of disbond is important because it may provide an indication of imminent…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the key attributes required for an effective Management System Assessment Tool (MSAT) Process. Introduction The key objective is to check that all the enablers necessary for the implementation of a management system have been properly established so that this management system operates and effectively delivers as expected. Users of the MSAT…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the primary aspects of Safety Management Systems (SMS) integration within an EASA Part 145 organization. Introduction Managing the implementation of Safety Management Systems (SMS) due to the revised European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Part 145 regulations involves thorough strategic planning and effective implementation. An effective Safety Management Systems contain…