ISTAT Latin America Forum

Bogotá, Colombia

10-11 September 2025

Jetran Golf Tournament

Horseshoe Bay, Texas, USA

24-26 September 2025

ISTAT Foundation Dublin Golf Tournament

Dublin, Ireland

25 September 2025

ISTAT EMEA

Prague, Czech Republic

5-7 October 2025

ISTAT Holiday Receptions

3 December 2025

Register Now for ISTAT EMEA

Register for ISTAT EMEA in Prague, Czech Republic, from 5-7 October. Stay where the action is happening and book your room at the Hilton Prague before the 2 September housing block deadline.

Register for the ISTAT Latin America Forum

Register now to join ISTAT in Bogotá, Colombia, from 10-11 September for the ISTAT Latin America Forum. Join ISTAT and various airlines at what will be the largest ISTAT Latin America Forum ever.

ISTAT at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Recap

Thank you for joining us at ISTAT at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh! We loved connecting with members and their guests after Tuesday’s air show, where we enjoyed a casual night of BBQ and time together. We look forward to seeing you at future events.

Submit a Nomination for the ISTAT Rising Executives Corporate Membership

Boost your company’s next generation of leaders with the ISTAT Rising Executives Corporate Membership program. Eligible companies can nominate one early-career professional to join ISTAT for free, gaining full member benefits, event access and exclusive opportunities to get involved.

Maximize Your Aircraft’s Potential

IAI specializes in converting passenger aircraft into cargo carriers, extending their operational life by up to 20 years. With over 300 successful conversions, IAI offers comprehensive engineering, production and customer support services, ensuring reliability and efficiency.

Thank You to Our New and Renewed Members

ISTAT is pleased to announce its new and renewed members. Learn more about each new member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

ISTAT Archives: ISTAT Europe, September 2012, Rome, Italy

ISTAT Members Between Jobs

The ISTAT Members Between Jobs program provides complimentary membership and event admission for members who may be in temporary need.

Upload Your Photo to the Member Directory

Remember to upload your headshot to your ISTAT member profile to be reflected in the ISTAT member directory. Instructions on how to do so can be found here.

ISTAT Chats: Debt, Distress and Default: Litigation in an Uncertain Market

Featuring Donna Ager, Bree Taylor, Emily Wicker and moderator Laura Mueller.

ISTAT Learning Lab in Partnership With Impact on Sustainable Aviation: Heading to Net Zero: Re-routing Aviation’s Technology Transition

Featuring Sandrine Lacorre, Dan Rutherford, Julian Renz, Jonathan Counsell and moderator Michael Halaby

ISTAT Chats: Talking Tariffs

Featuring Darren Hulst, Courtney Miller, Dimitry Kopylov, John O’Loughlin, Laura Mueller and moderator Bryson Monteleone.

Read a Q&A With Robert Korn, Vice Chairman and Co-Founder of Carlyle Aviation Partners

In the Summer Issue of Jetrader, Robert Korn reflects on his three-decade career — from being a staff accountant to co-founding one of the world’s largest aircraft leasing platforms. Korn shares how early mentors, post-9/11 market disruption, and a focus on full life cycle asset management shaped Carlyle Aviation’s growth. He discusses the company’s evolution from aircraft disassembly to a full-scale operating lessor, its strategic use of asset-backed securitization and the opportunities in today’s midlife aircraft market. Korn also offers insights on navigating global regulations, the role of sustainability in aviation finance and advice for the next generation of industry leaders.

Read the Q&A.

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Have a Story to Share?

We are accepting Jetrader article submissions for 2026. If you are interested in sharing your expertise and contributing to the content of Jetrader, please contact Managing Editor Alexa Schlosser at aschlosser@istat.org.

ISTAT Foundation Call for Trustee Applications

Want to help shape the future of aviation? The ISTAT Foundation will elect two new trustees for a three-year term beginning March 2026. Apply by 9 September 2025 to be part of the leadership driving impactful learning and development initiatives. Learn more about application expectations and qualifications.

Applications Open for Internship Stipends

The ISTAT Foundation is once again offering stipend support to interns placed through the ISTAT Career Center to fund qualified relocation travel and housing expenses incurred during the internship. Applications are open now through Tuesday, 30 September 2025. Learn more about this opportunity or the ISTAT Foundation Mentorship program.

Support the ISTAT Foundation at Upcoming Events

Sponsorship opportunities are still available for the sixth annual ISTAT Foundation Dublin Golf Tournament, taking place on 25 September 2025 at the Grange Golf Club. You’re also invited to register for the 10th annual Jetran Golf Tournament, 24-26 September, at Horseshoe Bay Resort in Horseshoe Bay, Texas, USA. View the full calendar of ISTAT Foundation fundraising events.

Welcome to the new Appraiser Candidates!

The ISTAT Appraisers Program (IAP) welcomes the following new Appraiser Candidates:

• Eric Tamang, mba
• Justin Patrick, Aviation News
• Ashwini Krishnan, Avitas
• Yinan Qin, Cirium
• Yiru Zhang, Cirium
• Chris Nye, KP Aviation

We wish them well as they begin their allowed three-year period to submit two full Appraisal reports, while preparing to pass four exams required to become an ISTAT Certified Appraiser.

ISTAT EMEA ConEd

Preparations are advancing for the IAP Continuing Education (ConEd) session in Prague, which will run from 13:00 - 17:00 on Sunday, 5 October 2025. The IBG looks forward to welcoming as many IAP members as possible in person to the ConEd session.