The Safety Oversight Course (Aviation Authorities) SAFA in London is a specialized training course that equips aviation professionals with the skills to perform effective safety assessments and regulatory oversight in line with international standards.
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22-12-2025
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09-02-2026
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11-05-2026
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28-09-2026
Course Overview
The Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft (SAFA) program was developed by the European Civil Aviation Conference (ECAC) and is now managed by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). It is designed to ensure that foreign aircraft operating in European airspace comply with international safety standards.
This Safety Oversight Course (SAFA) provides participants with detailed training on the legal basis, methodology, and practical conduct of SAFA ramp inspections. The course covers inspector responsibilities, inspection techniques, reporting procedures, and the use of the European SAFA/SACA database.
Through workshops and practical exercises, participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to perform effective oversight and contribute to the improvement of global aviation safety.
Course Benefits
Understand the legal framework of SAFA inspections.
Learn to conduct ramp inspections effectively.
Strengthen compliance with ICAO and EASA standards.
Gain experience in identifying and categorizing findings.
Improve reporting skills using the SAFA database.
Course Objectives
Review ICAO and EASA oversight frameworks.
Understand the principles of the SAFA program.
Conduct standardized ramp inspections.
Identify and classify safety deficiencies.
Apply proper reporting and data entry procedures.
Evaluate operator corrective action plans.
Strengthen global aviation safety oversight.
Training Methodology
The course uses instructor-led lectures, case study analysis, interactive workshops, and practical ramp inspection simulations.
Target Audience
Civil Aviation Authority inspectors.
National aviation authority safety auditors.
Ramp inspection personnel.
Regulators responsible for oversight of foreign operators.
Target Competencies
SAFA inspection methodology.
Safety oversight and compliance monitoring.
Finding identification and categorization.
Safety reporting and corrective action follow-up.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Safety Oversight and SAFA
ICAO and EASA safety oversight frameworks.
History and purpose of SAFA.
Legal and regulatory basis.
The role of aviation authorities.
Unit 2: Ramp Inspection Procedures
Pre-inspection preparation.
Conducting the inspection step by step.
Communication with operators and crew.
Inspector responsibilities and professionalism.
Unit 3: Identifying and Categorizing Findings
Types of findings (Level 1, 2, 3).
Documentation and evidence collection.
Case studies of ramp inspection results.
Common deficiencies in SAFA inspections.
Unit 4: Reporting and Database Entry
SAFA/SACA database overview.
Data entry and report submission.
Ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Confidentiality and information sharing.
Unit 5: Corrective Actions and Follow-Up
Reviewing operator corrective action plans.
Monitoring compliance and follow-up inspections.
Coordinating with international authorities.
Continuous improvement in oversight.
Ready to strengthen your authority’s oversight capability?
Join the Safety Oversight Course (SAFA) for Aviation Authorities with EuroQuest International Training and gain the expertise to conduct professional and effective ramp inspections.
The Safety Oversight Course (Aviation Authorities) SAFA Training in London provides aviation professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the principles, procedures, and practical methods required to conduct Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft (SAFA) inspections. Designed for civil aviation authority inspectors, regulatory auditors, safety oversight personnel, and senior aviation managers, these programs emphasize the operational and regulatory competencies essential for evaluating foreign aircraft compliance and strengthening international aviation safety.
Participants explore the foundational elements of SAFA oversight, including inspection preparation, aircraft documentation review, operational checklist use, and interaction with flight crew and operators during ramp inspections. The courses highlight key topics such as safety-critical item identification, risk-based oversight strategies, evidence collection standards, reporting requirements, and follow-up actions. Through practical workshops, simulated inspections, and real-world case studies, attendees gain the technical skills needed to conduct consistent, objective, and effective SAFA assessments.
These safety oversight training programs in London integrate regulatory guidelines with applied inspection techniques to help participants understand how SAFA contributes to global aviation safety monitoring. The curriculum covers areas such as airworthiness assessment, operational control verification, crew qualifications review, safety data interpretation, and the integration of SAFA findings into wider Safety Management System (SMS) oversight practices. Participants also learn how to communicate inspection results professionally, coordinate with foreign operators, and utilize digital oversight platforms to enhance accuracy and compliance follow-through.
Attending these training courses in London offers aviation authority personnel access to expert instructors and a globally connected aviation environment known for its strong regulatory standards and high-level oversight practices. London’s aviation ecosystem—supported by major international airports and extensive authority-led operations—provides an ideal setting for examining best practices and emerging trends in safety oversight. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to perform SAFA inspections with confidence, contribute to international safety harmonization, and support more robust, risk-informed aviation oversight systems.