Sofema Aviation Services

Do Organisational Quality Systems understand their role and responsibilities?

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May 13, 2014

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Just as important do Organisational Quality systems understand the role of 147 training organisations. The is some concern in certain quarters regarding a shortfall in competence amongst senior aviation personal particularly persons who are nominated as post holders. Lets clear the air!

The impact of Safety Culture on Aviation Performance Audits

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Auditing in Aviation

April 28, 2014

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The primary purpose of a Performance Audit is to identify opportunities to improve the organisations well being, whether it is focused on optimizing process and procedures or removing wasteful practices and behaviours. We often find strong, cohesive professional sub-cultures within the aviation industry for example in maintenance and operations. Differences in safety attitudes and behaviours…

Managing a GCAA / EASA Part 147 for Regulatory Compliance

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April 07, 2014

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To focus on the regulatory compliance we shall ignore the aspects of marketing and other critical business elements. The requirements to achieve a successful GCAA / Part 147 are very specific and success within the process is probably somewhat easier to measure than with other regulatory approvals. The Training Manager (who may be the Accountable Manager)…

Measuring the Effectiveness of the Aircraft Maintenance Planning Process

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January 29, 2014

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After the cost of Fuel the Maintenance of Aircraft is one of the most significant costs an organization must bear. Often the attention to detail which may contribute to saving within the organization is absent. A simple Measure of the Effectiveness of the Aircraft will relate to the safety and serviceability of the aircraft, the…