Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com reviews the process and procedures to ensure compliance with Performance of Maintenance in respect of the management of Critical Tasks.
Introduction CAR 145.48 Performance of Maintenance
The organisation shall establish, implement and maintain procedures to ensure that:
General Overview of Changes to GCAA CAR 145 presented by Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com
This revision of Gulf Civil Aviation Authority Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) - CAR V - Airworthiness Regulations contains multiple changes and the following is a summary only – for full details please see the specific content.
UAE GCC CAR 145 sets out the requirements for the maintenance organization's approval of an aircraft or aircraft component. The regulation ensures that the maintenance organization has the appropriate procedures, equipment, personnel, and facilities to perform maintenance, repair, and overhaul of aircraft or aircraft components in compliance with applicable airworthiness requirements.
Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com looks at a number of developing relationships in the field of aviation certification & maintenance.
Introduction
Bilateral agreements and arrangements allow the airworthiness certification of civil aeronautical products to be shared between two countries.
The purpose of the Fatigue Risk Management System (FRMS) is to serve to reduce, as far as practicably reasonable, workplace fatigue and its associated risks, to ensure a safe and error-free work environment for employees, contractors, and clients.
Driven by ICAO EASA, FAA & Transport Canada are promoting effective FRMS within the maintenance environment.
Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com considers the basic process involved with implementation of a Defect Control process within the Maintenance Control Centre (MCC).
Introduction
The complexity of the MCC Systems used to manage defects, including the organisation of rectification downtime and deferral using MEL procedures, as well as identifying and handling recurring defects will vary according to the type of aircraft operated and the size and nature of the operation.
Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com considers the primary responsibilities of an MCC Defect Control Engineer
Introduction Roles & Responsibilities
The Defect Control Engineer (DCE) is expected to be a subject matter expert with the ability to provide immediate real-time expert advice and guidance to operational pilots on the interpretation of the MEL dispatch and technical troubleshooting. The role is often the primary interface between the maintenance department and the flight crew, with duties including the support for any Aircraft on Ground (AOG) recovery process.
Sofema Online (SOL) (www.sofemaonline.com) considers the information issued by EASA concerning the various implementation deadlines for compliance with EASA Part 145 Safety Management System Requirements.
» When do I need to Implement SMS within my Part 145 Organisation?
» What are the SMS Deadlines Regarding EASA Part 145 Approval?
» Implementation of Safety Management System in Part-145 Maintenance Organisations in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2021/1963.
Guidance information to support your EASA Part 145 Implementation Objectives
Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com takes a look at forthcoming changes to the EASA Part 145 Environment and How Sofema Online can help you achieve your objectives.
Introduction
Regulatory Drivers for SMS in EASA Part-145 approved organisations
Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com takes a deep dive into the roles and responsibilities of aircraft maintenance planners
Considerations Include:
>> Aircraft Maintenance Planner Typical Duties Training & Responsibilities
>> Typical Training to support Career Path Development of an Aircraft Maintenance Planner
Sofema Online (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com considers the primary roles and responsibilities of MCC Personnel.
Duty Material Planner / AOG Desk
The Duty Material Planner / AOG Desk is responsible to the Manager Maintenance Control to ensure that provisioning of parts, material & tooling is available to support the short term requirements and deferred defect rectification. In addition to expedite all material parts & tooling to support Aircraft which are AOG (Aircraft on Ground).
SofemaOnline (SOL) www.sofemaonline.com offers Competence building training for CAMO Staff - Planning – Engineering & Reliability
» Achieve a solid understanding related to the role of Continued Airworthiness Management (CAM)
» Able to engage in a more practical way with Part M Functionality and to avoid or mitigate problems
» Able to use the regulation to proactively manage the Continuing Airworthiness (CA) of your aircraft
» Understand the activities which support the analysis of Safety Data including SB’s and AD’s
» Understand the purpose of STC’s and how they are integrated into the maintenance Program
» Understand the roles and responsibilities within the various CAMO groups including Reliability, Technical Records, Engineering, & Maintenance Planning
Aircraft Maintenance Program Development – Considerations by Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com
Introduction
When dealing with the complex technical systems involved in air transport, the consequences of unreliable services become critical and may include:
SofemaOnline (SOL) considers the availability of supporting courses to support the role of Maintenance Instructor delivered online through our virtual aviation academy.
Introduction
EASA Part 145 and its forebear JAR 145 is a mature regulatory environment with nearly 30 years of development within the European Arena.
There is the increasing focus being brought to bear regarding the importance of managing competence within the workplace and it is for the reason that both EASA & European Regulatory Authorities are expecting that EASA Part 145 Organisations manage the competence of employees within the 145!
Sofema Online (SOL) considers current tooling and best practices related to aviation & aerospace NDT Inspections
Introduction
The need to ensure high standards of quality and safety during manufacturing, assembly and while in-service is paramount and has led to the development of NDT standards and specifications.
The use of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) within aviation maintenance and aerospace, in general, continues to increase with the advent of new techniques as well as the increase in data handling and analysis.
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Concerning Certificate of Release to Service issued following incomplete Maintenance Ref Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2020/270 & AMC M.A.801(g)(f) Aircraft certificate of release to service
Although of course, the applicable Maintenance Organisation is responsible for the signing of the Certificate of Release to Service, All Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisations (CAMO’s) should ensure that they fully understand their roles and responsibilities related to MCF and that their procedures related to managing and coordinating such MCF are fully integrated into their organisations documented process and procedures to ensure continued compliance as well as the required levels of safety.
SofemaOnline looks at language-related issues and exposure-related specifically to the Aviation Maintenance environment
Introduction
Communication effectiveness and efficiency serve as an important pillar to maintain safety and aviation professionals have a responsibility to engage with a fully understandable communication process.
Communication enables people, processes, structure, and systems, to interact simultaneously and effectively. Communication skills not only include verbal behavior and effective use of the appropriate words but include the need to ensure appropriate tone of voice, body expression, as well as other gestures.
Introduction
Aviation Maintenance Error is not only insidious but it also has the potential to lead to incidents and accidents.
Senior Management including the Executive Leadership Team as well as Line Managers should understand the key principles of error management. To ensure a positive learning culture together with the ability to drive change which will minimise exposure and prevent reoccurrence.
A competent and effective Maintenance planning group is an essential attribute to any efficient operators CAMO. Without any doubt the opportunity exists in every organization to deliver improvements to the existing Maintenance Planning processes - and these are improvements which may contribute to real cost savings. The Aircraft Maintenance Process is a major cost centre within the aircraft operating environment thus providing a significant opportunity to deliver optimization and saving.
EASAOnline.com has developed a suite of online training courses which address the challenging role of Maintenance Planning - a total of 5 separate courses each with its own certificate.
Who is EASAonline?
EASAOnline (EOL) is a service provided by Sofema Aviation Services, offering a range of EASA compliant online video regulatory courses. EOL is supported by the European Aviation Institute (EAI), an EASA Part 147 approved Maintenance Training Organization (MTO) with Certificate of Approval No RO.147.0003.
How are EASA approved components released to service following component maintenance activities?
Components are released by the authorized person who signs a Form 1 to release the component as a serviceable component.
Are other checks, tests or inspections considered as a Certificate of Release to Service (CRS)?
Exactly in the same way that the various elements of a base maintenance check contribute to the overall preparation of the completed work package which enables the base maintenance check to be signed by a C certifier, A Component CRS is certified by a person who has the knowledge back ground, experience, and competence to validate that all work has been performed to prepare the component for service.
SofemaOnline - The E-learning Revolution!
SofemaOnline (SOL) is a service provided by Sofema Aviation Services, offering a range of EASA compliant online video regulatory courses.
SOL is supported by European Aviation Institute (EAI) an EASA Part 147 approved Maintenance Training Organization (MTO) with Certificate of Approval No RO.147.0003.
An essential role of the Part M CAMO organization is to provide oversight of the 145 process. There are a number of ways to look at this.
