Sofema Aviation Services is thrilled to announce a significant strategic expansion into the Saudi Arabian aviation sector with the launch of specialised training designed to meet the General Authority of Civil Aviation Regulations (GACAR). This strategic move introduces the new online course: GACAR Part 145 & GACAR Part 43 for Repair Stations – Initial. This development…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) proudly presents the Sofema Client Solutions Team (CST) — a dedicated group of industry experts focused on delivering world-class support, aviation solutions, tailored training, and regulatory guidance to meet the evolving needs of the global aviation community. The aviation industry demands precision, compliance, and a results-driven approach. SAS has long recognized the…

Steve Bentley, FRAeS and CEO of Sofema Aviation Services (with over 30 years of auditing experience), comments on the challenges of driving an effective compliance system Introduction As an auditor with over 30 years of experience, I firmly believe there are no truly “common” findings in EASA audits. However, there are areas of shortfall. Each…

Steve Bentley, FRAeS & CEO of Sofema, provides an honest answer – They Must Be Home Grown – however, they benefit from Strategic External Support Introduction In aviation maintenance, the question isn’t just who writes the manuals — it’s who lives and breathes them. Maintenance Management Manuals (MMMs) are not static documents; they are dynamic,…