Post-Brexit acceptance of EASA Part 21 G & UK CAA Part 21 G certificates issued by production organisation approval holders – review by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) Introduction Previously, EASA Form 1s were issued by UK organisations to confirm that a product, part, or component was manufactured in accordance with approved design data. Following the…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers key changes which will impact a number of regulatory requirements between the UK CAA, EASA & the FAA. Introduction The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have concluded negotiations on the Technical Implementation Procedures (the TIP), which was signed today (17 May 2021). The…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the scope and applicability between UK CAA and EASA relating to Bi-Lateral Certification & Approval. Introduction – International Co-operation Bilateral agreements that allow certification of civil aeronautical products to be shared between two countries. Bilateral agreements and arrangements allow the airworthiness certification of civil aeronautical products to be shared between two…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com looks at key aspects of the process to add CAA 145 approval to an existing authorisation. Exposition & Supplement Distribution The MOE Supplement, as its structure is described in the table of contents, is amended as necessary, to remain an up-to-date description of the organisation’s procedures. QA Manager is responsible for keeping…