Duncan Aviation continues to offer support in the South and Central American region along with the Caribbean to serve customers in Latin America. The company has found the past year to be positive despite the challenging economic and political situation in Brazil. Tensions in the region, however, have led to delayed decision making by aircraft operators when it comes time for upgrades and other services.

“We know that the Brazilian economy right now, because of the political scenario, is not the best one. People get more cautious and try to decide later on upgrades and inspections,” said Allan Orsi, regional manager in Brazil for South, Central America, and the Caribbean for Duncan. “For larger cabins, it’s easier for them to fly from Brazil to the U.S. for those services. I would say small to medium cabin size struggles the most because they will wait longer to decide on those services. Another thing to consider is the fluctuating exchange rate. But overall, it has been a really good year.”

Orsi has worked for Duncan (Booth 1007) for 10 years and said the company’s presence in the region is served by an intention to ensure customer support.  “There is a lot of traveling for us to keep up with a big region. It’s nice when you’re able to support and help the customers and serve them. I am a Brazilian so helping other customers in my country makes it a very good position,” said Orsi.

Orsi is at LABACE along with representatives from Duncan’s Lincoln, Nebraska and Battle Creek, Michigan locations. Duncan has continued expansion efforts at its Provo facility in Utah and Orsi said the company is focused on its development. “It’s going to be one more facility with all of the capabilities for interior, avionics, and airframe support,” he said. According to the company, more than $70 million will be invested in the new facility.