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February 22-23, 2025

February 22-23, 2025
Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Monday, February 03
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Welcome Networking Reception
  • Monday, February 03, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

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Tuesday, February 04
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Networking & Breakfast
  • Tuesday, February 04, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Tuesday, February 04
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Registration
  • Tuesday, February 04, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Tuesday, February 04
9:05 AM - 9:10 AM

Opening Welcome & Speaker Introduction
  • Tuesday, February 04, 9:05 AM - 9:10 AM

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Tuesday, February 04
9:10 AM - 9:50 AM

Navigating the Future of Copa Airlines in Latin America and Beyond
  • Tuesday, February 04, 9:10 AM - 9:50 AM
The discussion will cover a comprehensive overview of Copa’s strategic mission and key milestones, emphasizing its planned expansion in terms of routes and fleet enhancement. It also examines the competitive landscape in the Latin American region, alongside the unique business culture that shapes the organization. A significant focus on the importance...
Speaker
Pedro Heilbron

CEO
Copa Holdings and Copa Airlines
Keynote

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Tuesday, February 04
9:55 AM - 10:30 AM

MRO Latin America Market Forecast
  • Tuesday, February 04, 9:55 AM - 10:30 AM
A popular session each year, a discussion of the major aviation industry trends and the resulting implications for airlines, OEMs, and MRO suppliers. In addition, an overview of Alton’s 10-year fleet & MRO forecast and their annual Latin American top 10 list. 
Speaker
Jonathan Berger

Managing Director
Alton Aviation Consultancy
Speaker

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Tuesday, February 04
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Collaboration Break
  • Tuesday, February 04, 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Tuesday, February 04
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

The OEM Landscape: Let’s Talk Supply Chain
  • Tuesday, February 04, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Participants are encouraged to submit questions ahead of time for an interactive discussion with prominent OEM representatives. Be ready to engage with fellow attendees and industry leaders who are shaping the OEM landscape and discussing future supply chain challenges. Topics for discussion: supply chain trends/delivery, challenges and disruptions, innovation, supplier...
Speakers
Frank Stevens

Vice President, Global MRO Centers
Embraer Aircraft Holding, Inc.
Moderator

Alejandro Cardona Seemann

Delegado Nacional/Presidente Safran Mexico National Delegate/CEO Mexico
Safran Group International and Public Affairs
Panelist

Cesar Gomez Tavera

Regional Head Customer Support, Latin America and Caribbean
Airbus
Panelist

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Tuesday, February 04
11:50 AM - 12:20 PM

Leadership Memo: Conversation with MRO
  • Tuesday, February 04, 11:50 AM - 12:20 PM
A wide-ranging discussion offering valuable insights from a senior executive at a leading MRO, on the road ahead and growth opportunities in the region. Insights on the company’s strategic decision-making processes to the challenges to maintain high safety standards, compliance and the use of technology to improve efficiencies.  career journey lessons learned vision...

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Tuesday, February 04
12:20 PM - 1:50 PM

Networking Lunch
  • Tuesday, February 04, 12:20 PM - 1:50 PM

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Tuesday, February 04
1:50 PM - 2:30 PM

Airline and MRO Panel - Best Practices for Enhancing MRO Operations
  • Tuesday, February 04, 1:50 PM - 2:30 PM
In this fast-paced environment ensuring maximum productivity and minimal downtime are paramount for successful operations. MROs and airlines often differ in their communication methods and even with the tools used for non-routine approvals. This session will share best practices for enhancing MRO processes with partners through strategic collaboration. 
Speakers
Liliana Bocanegra

Operations Director
Airlines MRO Parts (AMP)
Moderator

Christy Robinson

Director of MRO Service Delivery
Delta TechOps
Panelist

Phil Bathurst

CEO
Aspire MRO
Panelist

PlÍnio Antônio Silva de Oliveira

MRO Maintenance Director 145 Technical Vice President
Azul
Panelist

Rafael Samudio

Vice President, Technical Operations
Copa Airlines
Panelist

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Tuesday, February 04
2:35 PM - 3:05 PM

Hosted Session
  • Tuesday, February 04, 2:35 PM - 3:05 PM

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Tuesday, February 04
3:05 PM - 3:55 PM

Collaboration Break
  • Tuesday, February 04, 3:05 PM - 3:55 PM

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Tuesday, February 04
4:00 PM - 4:40 PM

An Update: What Can Latin America Do to Develop a Stronger MRO Market?
  • Tuesday, February 04, 4:00 PM - 4:40 PM
How can industry players contribute to consolidating the MRO market and satisfy the fast-growing demand? A conversation is led by industry executives covering topics on: Local capabilities (aircraft/instruments MROs) – how many, certifications, capacity? Existing and future MRO demand in the region. How do airlines deal with aircraft MRO slots and components repair...
Speakers
Wilmer Lopez

Regional Sales Director, Latin America
AJW Group
Moderator

Alejandro Echeverria

CEO
Aeroman
Panelist

Carl Glover

VP Sales and Marketing Americas
AAR Corp
Panelist

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Tuesday, February 04
4:45 PM - 4:50 PM

Closing Remarks
  • Tuesday, February 04, 4:45 PM - 4:50 PM

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Tuesday, February 04
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Reception
  • Tuesday, February 04, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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Wednesday, February 05
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Networking & Breakfast
  • Wednesday, February 05, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Wednesday, February 05
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Registration
  • Wednesday, February 05, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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Wednesday, February 05
9:05 AM - 9:10 AM

Day Two Opening Welcome
  • Wednesday, February 05, 9:05 AM - 9:10 AM

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Wednesday, February 05
9:10 AM - 9:40 AM

Forecast Overview: What Does our Market Hold for the Future?
  • Wednesday, February 05, 9:10 AM - 9:40 AM
With challenges and opportunities abounding, see and hear the latest analysis of our industry.  See the impacts that these trends are having on the region as we navigate the future for fleets, MRO demand and other critical market trends across our region. New utilization patterns, build rates, shortages all are...
Speaker
Brian Kough

Senior Director, Forecasts & Aerospace Insights
Aviation Week Network
Speaker

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Wednesday, February 05
9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

The Debate: PMA vs OEM
  • Wednesday, February 05, 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Is it really a debate anymore? In the aviation aftermarket, Parts Manufacturer Approval (PMA) and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts represent two distinct options for maintaining and repairing aircraft. PMA Parts are FAA-approved components produced by third-party manufacturers. They are often designed to be equivalent or superior in quality and performance...
Speakers
Jane Del Rio

VP of Sales (Latin America)
Sky Source, Inc
Moderator

Jason Dickstein

General Counsel
Modification and Replacement Parts Association (MARPA)
Panelist

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Wednesday, February 05
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Collaboration Break
  • Wednesday, February 05, 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

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Wednesday, February 05
10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Enhancing Efficiency and Predictive Maintenance: Transforming the Industry Using AI
  • Wednesday, February 05, 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM
The industry is forging forward using artificial intelligence (AI) that is at the forefront of transforming the aviation landscape, building a competitive edge and revolutionizing operations. Hear from a diverse group of industry professionals on the latest perspectives in the markets and opportunities for airlines and MROs to improve efficiency....
Speakers
Lindsay Bjerregaard

Managing Editor, MRO
Aviation Week Network
Moderator

Carlos Garcia Martin

Partner
Oliver Wyman
Panelist

Eisen Sanabria

Engineering and Planning Director
Avianca
Panelist

Joseph Hernandez

VP, Technology
FEAM Aero
Panelist

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Wednesday, February 05
11:35 AM - 12:05 PM

Panama's Outlook 2025: Opportunities and Challenges in a Growing Market
  • Wednesday, February 05, 11:35 AM - 12:05 PM
Session Overview:  Current economic climate and growth projections for Panama Government initiatives and policies supporting the market Strategic recommendation for business Advocacy Export Promotion
Speaker
Timothy Cannon

Foreign Commercial Services (FSC)
Moderator

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Wednesday, February 05
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM

Offshoring: U.S. Maintenance to LATAM
  • Wednesday, February 05, 12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
Offshoring U.S. maintenance is a strategic response to the growing shortage of skilled technicians in the U.S. workforce and labor cost. This shift can help alleviate the talent gap while benefiting from LATAM’s increasingly and ongoing infrastructure in maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities, which have become more adept at...
Speakers
Rafael Gómez Miaja

CEO
MRO Iberoamerica
Moderator

Rimsky Buitrago

CEO
Coopesa
Panelist

Wayne Kissoondath

Vice President, Portfolio Management
Jetstream Aviation Capital, LLC
Panelist

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Wednesday, February 05
12:45 PM - 12:50 PM

Closing Remarks
  • Wednesday, February 05, 12:45 PM - 12:50 PM

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Wednesday, February 05
12:45 PM - 1:30 PM

Box Lunch in Exhibit Showcase
  • Wednesday, February 05, 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM

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