Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the development and evolution of Aircraft Certification Concepts and Techniques, concerning the EASA System Safety Analysis Introduction For several years aeroplane systems were evaluated to specific requirements, to the “single fault’” criterion, or the fail-safe design concept. As later-generation aeroplanes developed, more safety-critical functions were required to be performed, which…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the fundamental elements of the Hazard Analysis Process Introduction – What is the role of the Hazard Analysis? Hazard analyses are performed to identify and define hazardous conditions/risks for the purpose of their elimination or control. Analyses examine the system, subsystems, components, and interrelationships. Steps in performing a Hazard Analysis: Describe…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the typical high-level expectations related to the demonstration of an effective Safety Management System within an EASA Part 145 Organisation. Introduction A practical audit related to Safety Management Systems (SMS) within an EASA Part 145 organization would typically focus on several key areas to ensure the effectiveness and compliance of…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) – www.sassofia.com reviews Air Traffic Management and Air Navigation ATM-ANS Annexes and considers their high-level role. ATM – ANS Annexes ANNEX I — DEFINITIONS ATM – ANS Annexes ANNEX II — PART-ATM/ANS.AR REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPETENT AUTHORITIES — OVERSIGHT OF SERVICES AND OTHER ATM NETWORK FUNCTIONS Part-ATM/ANS.AR is a crucial component of the regulatory framework governing Air…