Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the role and purpose of Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Aerospace Recommended Practice – ARP 4761 and ARP 4754A Introduction Aerospace Recommended Practices ARP 4761 and ARP 4754A are two crucial guidelines in the aviation industry, issued by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). ARP 4754A and ARP 4761 emerged…

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…