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For the past four decades, ISTAT has been connecting the aviation industry through premier international events, exclusive networking opportunities and unmatched educational programs while giving back to the future of the industry through the ISTAT Foundation.

26 February

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16 - 17 April

ISTAT Freighter Forum

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28 April

ISTAT Sustainability Symposium

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12 - 14 May

ISTAT Asia

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13 - 15 September

ISTAT EMEA

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Calendar of Events

John Vitale, the 2026 ISTAT Award recipient, speaking at an ISTAT event

Q&A With John Vitale of Avitas

As the 2026 recipient of the ISTAT Award, John Vitale, senior advisor and member of the board of AVITAS Inc., brings nearly three decades of leadership, valuation expertise and institutional memory. In this Q&A, Vitale reflects on the experiences that shaped his career and the enduring value of ISTAT as the industry’s connective tissue.

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ISTAT Featured News

Freighter Aircraft Market Outlook

Tom Crabtree, managing director at Transport Research Advisory, shares his perspectives on the growing freighter aircraft sector.

Inside Volaris: A Conversation With Enrique Beltranena at ISTAT Americas

Listen in as Enrique Beltranena discusses Volaris’ evolution as a company and what goals it holds for the future.

Markets and M&A With Peter Barrett

Listen in as CEO of SMBC Peter Barrett speaks on the implications of major M&As, as well as makes connections between world news and the aviation industry.

Sponsorship Opportunities

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The Value of ISTAT Airline Membership

Robert Neal, president and chief financial officer of Allegiant Air, shares how ISTAT empowers airline leaders through global events, meaningful connections and insider access to the aviation finance community.

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Shape the Future of Aviation

ISTAT Rising Executives Corporate Membership empowers the next generation of aviation leaders to shape the industry’s future through global connections, premier events and exclusive opportunities.

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ISTAT in Emerging Markets

ISTAT is proud to offer a discounted membership rate of US$100 per year to select emerging markets. This initiative ensures all can receive the highest quality and best-value networking and education opportunities in commercial aviation.

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Q&A With John Vitale of Avitas

ISTAT Featured News

Global Sponsors

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The Value of ISTAT Airline Membership

Shape the Future of Aviation

ISTAT in Emerging Markets