Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Takes a Detailed Look at what is involved and the challenges related to the implementation of a Safety Management System (SMS). Introduction How can the SMS engage proactively with the existing Error Management System within the Part 145 Organisation – For example MEDA Type Tools – which are typically reactive. How…

A Discussion Paper by Steve Bentley Group CEO of Sofema Aviation Services www.sassofia.com   Clearing up the Basic Stuff SMS is not QMS by another name they are both separate and both significantly important QMS together with Quality Assurance (QA) strives to deliver a fully compliant product or process, whereas SMS considers the risk associated…

To be delivered at the Legends Hotel Sofia Bulgaria commencing 8th April 2015 EASA Commission Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 (Airports) Safety Management Systems Implementation for Airports SMS Risk Assessment for Airports   EASA Commission Regulation (EU) No 139/2014 (Airports) – 3 Days – Sofia, Bulgaria  – Introduction to EASA Regulations for Aerodrome Operators and Regulatory Authorities…

Where are the differences between Hazard Identification and Risk Management in a 145 environment and in an Operation? In some respects the challenges are similar, however a significant number of exposures within the maintenance system actually have visibility which should have been understood but is only identified in the aftermath of an incident or accident….