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ARSA INSIGHT By Brett Levanto 58 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2017 AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNOLOGY T HE AV I ATION WORLD ENTERS 2017 FACING uncer taint y. Political transitions and global market swings leave cer tificate holders search- ing for answers. Regulator y reform? Renegotiation of trade agreements? Territorial isolation? How will the populist revolutions of Brexit (the decision of voters in the United Kingdom to leave the European Union) and the new U.S. president, the apparent opening of pre- viously sanctioned Iran and Cuba, and the continued expansion of South American and Asian interests impact international policy? These issues will take time to play out. As they do, engagement will be vital. Working together, connecting with regulator y bodies and government leaders, seeking common ground — the strategy for navigating political turbulence will always be about personal relationships. Repair stations, par ts producers, and manufacturers can build those relationships by filling their calendar and purchasing their tickets. From conventions to expos to government-led meetings, there is simply no substitute for personal involvement. As the voice of the international aviation maintenance community, ARSA is devoted to the unique needs of a complex, global industr y. Through regulator y compli- ance ser vices, legislative advocacy, training, publica- tions, events, and media engagement, we remind govern- ments, policymakers, and the general public of a simple truth: You can't fly without us. While there are many places for maintenance providers to congregate, the Annual Repair Symposium is the asso- ciation's brightest showcase. Ever y year, par ticipants are brought face-to-face with elected leaders, industr y executives, government officials, and international rep- resentatives. Put simply, when you get to Washington, D.C., the aviation world is yours — international topics and par ticipants mark ever y page of the Legislative Day and Symposium agenda. On March 15, as ARSA's members take to Capitol Hill for meetings with elected officials, staff, and committee representatives, Christian A. Klein will help unveil the association's Annual Global Fleet and MRO Market Assessment, prepared by Oliver Wyman. For years now, the report has hit the same note: The maintenance industry is growing, with new demand for service and support forecast in every part of the world. On March 16 and 17, partici- pants will tackle the borderless issues that face aviation busi- nesses. From complying with regulator y mandates, to managing business requirements, to finding and retain- ing qualified technicians, to working with governments, symposium participants will face the industr y's most- pressing needs. After more than a year's effort to "smooth" implementation of the changes five and six to the U.S-EU Maintenance Annex Guidance and correct regulatory gaps related to parts documentation, ARSA will update on its efforts towards mutual recognition of regulatory regimes. These sessions — suppor ted by presenters and par- ticipants from around the world — perfectly complement the ARSA's complete coverage of matters essential to the maintenance industr y. If you can't be with us from the 15th to the 17th, the association will continue to bring the world to you through its ser vices and communications. From import/export compliance to bilateral relationships and ever ything in between, ARSA works for you. Ever y day of the year, the association helps its mem- bers manage the intersection of business and govern- ment. For three days in March, we come together to share and learn not only about how that work ser ves the men and women who keep us all safely in flight, but also how we can do it better. Whether you can be with us or not, find time to get personally involved in this community. Join us. Together we can do a world of good. AN AVIATION WORLD OF GOOD The strategy for navigating political turbulence will always be about personal relationships BRETT LEVANTO is vice president of operations of Obadal, Filler, MacLeod & Klein, P.L.C. managing firm and client communications in conjunction with regulatory and legislative policy initiatives. He provides strategic and logistical support for the Aeronautical Repair Station Association. On March 15 ARSA's members take to Capitol Hill for meetings with elected officials, staff, and committee representatives.