Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the frequently used Abbreviations & Definitions within SAFA (Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft)  and SACA (Safety Assessment of Community Aircraft). Abbreviations & Definitions ACMI Aircraft Crew Maintenance Insurance (provided in a wet lease arrangement) AD Airworthiness Directive AIP Aeronautical Information Publications AMC Acceptable Means of Compliance AMM Aircraft Maintenance Manual…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers issues which are created due to ambiguous or phraseology which is subject to variable interpretation during Aircraft Lease Contract Developments. Introduction  – The problem with Vague, Un-Qualified and Open-Ended Commitments What does “Good Condition” mean – clearly this is a very subjective term – What if the lessee has more…

Aircraft Repair Assessment & Facilitation – Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the process of assessing & managing aircraft Repairs. Introduction Repairs are a concern on older airplanes because of the possibility that they may develop, cause, or obscure metal fatigue, corrosion, or other damage during service. This damage might occur within the repair itself…