We are so excited to have more than 250 attendees join us for the first ever ISTAT Freighter Forum! We kicked off yesterday with a tour of the Boeing facilities and the attendee-favorite Welcome Reception. Today, we’re getting all the latest insights on this important industry sector with eight panel discussions and plenty of networking opportunities along the way. Learn more.

Plan to join us at ISTAT EMEA, taking place 1-3 October at the Hilton London Metropole, and join the impressive list of nearly 100 airlines in attendance. You won't want to miss this opportunity to collaborate with aviation professionals around the globe.

Last month, more than 250 aviation professionals gathered in São Paulo for three days of unparalleled learning and networking opportunities. Attendees left with new insights into the industry and had the opportunity to gain once-in-a-lifetime connections. View photos.

Are you planning to attend the Dubai Airshow this November? ISTAT extends a warm invitation to you and a guest to join fellow members at the ISTAT Reception at the Dubai Airshow. Mark your calendar for an enjoyable evening on 13 November, and join us at the Siddharta Lounge within the Grosvenor House Hotel. Learn more.

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.

Vice President, Commercial Lease Management & Sales, Acumen Aviation; ISTAT Rising Executives Committee Member

For more on Ramdas' contributions to the aviation community, view the Autumn issue of Jetrader.

Do you or an ISTAT member you know deserve to be recognized? Submit their name today for a chance to be featured in the next ISTAT UPdate by contacting Managing Editor Alexa Schlosser at aschlosser@istat.org.

The Autumn Issue of Jetrader Is Here

In the cover story of the Autumn Issue of Jetrader, MUFG Bank Ltd.’s Simon Finn recaps the 54th annual Paris Air Show, held 19-25 June 2023. The event showcased a wide variety of aircraft types, from eVTOLs through military aircraft to business jets and commercial airliners. Read the article.

Also included in this issue is a Q&A with CEO of Azul Brazilian Airlines John Rodgerson. He discusses the growth Azul has seen under his leadership, his thoughts on ESG, Azul’s restructuring and more. Read the interview.

Read the issue.

Also: We recently launched a Jetrader newsletter on LinkedIn. Check it out and subscribe.

We are accepting Jetrader article submissions for 2024. 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.

Thank you to all the golfers who joined us at the Grange Golf Club for the Fourth Annual Dublin Golf Tournament. All proceeds from today's event will benefit ISTAT Foundation programs.

You are encouraged to register for the Jetran Golf Tournament, happening 5-6 October at Horseshoe Bay Resort in Horseshoe Bay, TX. Over the past seven years, this tournament has been an exceptional supporter of the ISTAT Foundation, annually contributing $100,000 to support our programs. Learn more. 

This complimentary session hosted by ISTAT Certified Appraisers features an inside look at the ISTAT Appraisers Program, aircraft appraisal fundamentals and steps to becoming an ISTAT Certified Appraiser. It will also address commonly asked questions about appraisals for those who use them.

Contact ISTAT at istat@istat.org to register.

In conjunction with ISTAT EMEA, the IAP ConEd Session is scheduled to start at 13:00 on Sunday, 1 October, at the Hilton London Metropole. The session will also be accessible via Zoom and recorded. Attendance is limited to members of the IAP, the IBG and invited guests.