SMS Documentation

Understanding the 12 Elements of the ICAO SMS Framework – MSAT Oversight

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September 17, 2025

Steven Bentley

Introduction While regulated entities (operators, CAMOs, AMOs, aerodromes, ANSPs, design and production organisations) are responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining these elements, CAs carry the parallel responsibility to ensure each element is present, appropriate to the organisation’s scope, demonstrably operating, and producing effective safety outcomes. Through MSAT, CAs move beyond compliance monitoring into performance-based oversight,…

GACAR Part 5 Requirements for SMS Documentation

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December 09, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key aspects of the KSA (Saudi) GACAR Part 5 Safety Management System Documentation Introduction GACAR Part 5 places a strong emphasis on maintaining comprehensive SMS documentation as a cornerstone of regulatory compliance and continuous safety improvement. The requirements for documenting safety policies, risk management processes, safety assurance activities, and…