ASA and ACPC Partner to Offer Classes on Changes in the Global Parts Paradigms; NEXT WEEK!

August 8, 2019 by Leave a comment

ASA will be at the Air Carrier Purchasing Conference (ACPC) in Washington, DC this weekend and next week. Look for us all weekend long, but we hope to see you all on Monday during our FREE classes!.

On Monday, August 12, 2019, Jason Dickstein will teach three professional development classes at ACPC that will be useful for the aircraft parts community. The first, in the morning, will focus on what we expect out of Brexit, and how it will impact global aircraft parts transactions. The second, after lunch, will discuss import law – as the US imposes new tariffs on imported aircraft parts, it is important to understand your compliance obligations as well as the duties you need to pay on the imported parts. Finally, the third session will look at a number of parts issues documentation issues, including both recent and impending regulations that are changing the parts transactional paradigms.

Read on for expanded descriptions, below!

Monday 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Doing Business in the Post-Brexit World

Brexit is almost upon us…. Maybe. We will discuss what factors to watch as the world approaches the current Brexit deadline, what the aircraft parts community should anticipate under several different Brexit possibilities, what aviation negotiations are going on behind-the-scenes and how to protect yourself from the worst-case scenarios.

Monday 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Import Law for Aviation Professionals: From Harmonized Tariffs to Country of Origin

Most aircraft parts are usually imported “duty-free” and this can give us a distorted view of import law; a view that is upset when you receive ab unexpected bill for import duties. With existing China tariffs and proposed tariffs on Airbus parts, many aircraft parts importers are facing unwanted surprises in the form of import duties. We will examine the process for importing, how to classify your imports, and how to identify the tariff and related import duties for your import.

If you import parts, then tariff duties can have a direct impact on your bottom line – this session will help you to avoid surprises.

Monday 3:15 PM – 4:15 PM

How Do International Agreements (like the MAG) Affect Aircraft Parts Transactions?

The rules for aircraft parts transactions are changing! This session will begin with an examination of the relationships between international agreements and acceptance of traceability documents, but it will also address recent and impending rule and policy changes that could significantly affect the documentation requirements for aircraft parts transactions. If you have questions about documentation and international transactions, then this is the place for answers.

All sessions will be held in the Maryland Suites in the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel on Monday, August 12, 2019.

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Talk to ASA’s Lawyers at ACPC

July 19, 2017 by Leave a comment

Have you wondered what is the inside scoop on ASA and its government relations programs?  Well, wonder no longer!

ASA counsel Jason Dickstein and Ryan Aggergaard will be at ACPC this year, and they will be meeting with ASA members to find out what business hurdles you are facing, and what ASA can do to help.

Jason and Ryan will be setting up times during the Meet & Greet sessions at the hospitality suite.  They will also be available through the entire ACPC event.

Jason will also be teaching a class on how aircraft parts documentation is changing (and changing rapidly) and what the industry and FAA are doing about it.  If you are buying or selling aircraft parts, then you can’t afford t o miss this session!  His class takes place on Monday August 28 at 3:15.  As a bonus, George Ringger will appear immediately after (at 4:30) to discuss strategies for responding to the changing marketplace.

Want to set aside a special time to talk to ASA’s lawyers?  Just email us and we can make arrangements to meet during ACPC.  We look forward to seeing you there!

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ACPC Registration is Coming Up!

April 28, 2017 by Leave a comment

Don’t forget to register for the Air Carrier Purchasing Conference (ACPC).

Registration begins on Monday morning, May 1, 2017, at 9:00 am eastern time.  You should register through their website at www.acpc.com.

This year’s ACPC will take place August 26 – 29, 2017 in San Diego, California at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina Hotel.

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ASA Will be at the ACPC ANF on Sunday

August 16, 2012 by Leave a comment

Looking for ASA at the 2012 Air Carrier Purchasing Conference (ACPC)? We’ll be there!

ASA staff will have booth at the ACPC ANF on Sunday (August 19th). If you haven’t been to the ANF in the past, it is like an abbreviated trade show. Please stop by our booth to say “Hi!”

The ANF is scheduled from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM. It will be in the Forum Ballroom. The period from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM is designated “Airlines Only” but the ANF is open to all ACPC attendees from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM, so we look forward to seeing you there.

We will also be attending the sessions and spending time in the ACPC hospitality suite in order to meet with members.

If you have a specific question to ask or a specific issue to discuss, then we are here for you. Members who would like to meet with us should feel free to catch us at ACPC from Saturday to Tuesday, or send an email to Jason Dickstein to arrange a specific meeting time to get your questions answered.

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Delta COO Discusses What Delta Wants in a Supplier

August 24, 2011 by Leave a comment

This year’s ACPC keynote speaker was Stephen E. Gorman, the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Delta Air Lines. Gorman explained that for Delta, the total cost of ownership (TCO) is based on cost quality and delivery. They expect their highly effective suppliers to provide this TCO. Gorman explained that a highly effective supplier needs to perform.

The Air Carrier Purchasing Conference (ACPC) hosted over 1700 guests in Atlanta this year – over 1400 of them were suppliers. Thus, Delta’s ideas about the supply chain were an important topic at the Conference.

Delta’s position is that the air carrier and its supply chain are linked together. Gorman explained that this relationship starts with delivery on a commitment.

Communication and transparency are important to a successful business relationship. As a tool to support communication and transparency, Gorman explained that Delta is committed to its Supplier Performance Management (SPM) system. The SPM lets suppliers know what is important to Delta. The SPM has clear metrics, and it provides regular feedback to Delta suppliers. The SPM lets the suppliers know on a regular basis whether they are meeting Delta’s expectations.

The SPM lets Delta give suppliers credit for good performance and it also reveals opportunities for improvement. Gorman explained that Delta is committed to working with its effective suppliers to have honest communication and to work through issues cooperatively.

Delta is also looking for suppliers that are flexible within their business models to permit the supplier to respond to Delta’s changing needs during both strong markets and weak markets.

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