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…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the key safety indicators for effective engagement with SMS  Safety Performance Indicators (SPI’s) within the CAMO business area. Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs) are metrics used to measure the effectiveness of safety processes and help identify areas needing improvement within an organization. In an EASA Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization (CAMO), which…