Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key attributes of the EASA Management System Assessment MSAT Tool – Its role and primary uses. Introduction The EASA Management System Assessment Tool (MSAT) plays a critical role in enhancing aviation safety within the European Union by providing a structured framework for evaluating the effectiveness of management systems in the…

Comments by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com concerning the multiple challenges, faced by our industry, including the obligation to comply with a significant regulatory burden. Other initiatives abound introduced by for example IATA (IOSA) and other niche compliance & Safety Management System SMS drivers (ISBAO & ISBAH for business operators). Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) are…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers several aerodrome accidents and incidents and identifies the best practices to ensure appropriate mitigations. Introduction Recognizing the significant role human factors play in accidents and incidents can help in devising strategies and best practices to mitigate risks and enhance safety. Accidents and incidents at aerodromes can range from minor equipment…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the fundamentals of Risk Based Oversight related to Air Navigation and Air Traffic Management Introduction Risk-Based Oversight (RBO) is a dynamic approach to the safety oversight of the aviation industry, driven by the combination of the risk profile and safety performance of an organization. It focuses on ensuring compliance while also…