Aircraft Maintenance Russia & CIS is dedicated entirely to covering issues of restructuring MRO services for the Russian & CIS air transport.Bringing together Russian & CIS operators, service providers and suppliers with the international MRO community, the conference is now recognized as a must-attend event for both local MRO professionals and international players considering doing business in Russia & CIS.The fleet of Western-built aircraft operated in the region has been growing steadily. While established carriers add more aircraft to their fleets, the Russian start-ups also stake their future on Western types.Western principles of MRO management and customer support reportedly will be implemented by manufacturers of the Russian-designed Sukhoi SuperJet 100 as well as Antonov An-148 regional jets.The conference mission is to analyze, forecast and suggest the most viable strategies for the Russian & CIS air transport sector to successfully meet today’s challenges and to benefit from changes in the market.Key issues include:Western-built Aircraft MRO Services in Russia & CIS The fleet of Western-built aircraft operated in the region has been growing rapidly over the last few years. Over 400 foreign-made commercial aircraft are now in operation with 25 carriers in Russia. Operators who have modernized their fleets are now looking for MRO costs and procedures optimization. What solutions can be offered by international and local MRO industries? New Approaches to the New Russian-made Aircraft Customer Support The year 2010 saw launch of operation of Antonov An-148, the new Russian-built regional jet. Another challenging project – Sukhoi SuperJet has gained international certification, and first deliveries are expected soon. Both manufacturers claim that their customer support programs will be based on Western principles of MRO management and supply chains. Do these programs meet carriers’ demands and will they cause changes in customer relations for the Russian aircraft industry? Spare Part Supplies Imperfect organization of component supplies in Russia is based on customs regulations that still remain one of the most pressing problems. Untimely deliveries are considered one of the reasons for inefficient aircraft operations. Can suppliers, operators and authorities offer fast and effective solution? Western-built Regional Aircraft MRO Growth of regional traffic in Russia is one unexpected results and trends. Deliveries of Western-built regional turboprops and jets have increased in Russia in 2010. Is there any specific in organizing MRO for these types in the region? What problems and obstacles do operators face and what solutions can be offered?