Establishment of the Pacific Aviation Safety Office Project (Pacific Region)

Technical cooperation has required the use of best-practice systems and highly experienced professional staff from more developed countries. The development of regional expertise will take many years and require additional resources, if Pacific developing member countries (DMCs) expect to localize these positions. This environment requires flexibility in PASO staffing and structure to enable adjustments. A significant advantage of PASO, unlike the alternative of contracting other countries' inspection services, is that member countries receive dedicated professional advice and administrative backup to facilitate such improvements.