Aviation and MRO Trends Shaping Latin America

presentation | 14-Jan-26

Aviation and MRO Trends Shaping Latin America

Market: MRO & Aftermarket, Aerospace, Aircraft Leasing & Financing

Presented at Aviation Week Events’ 2026 MRO Latin America conference, Managing Director Jonathan Berger’s keynote explores how fleet growth, ageing aircraft and supply chain pressures are increasing the importance of the aftermarket across the region.

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