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Revisiting the 4th Annual ISTAT Latin American Forum in Lima

20 December 2018 -- News From ISTAT

ISTAT Holiday Receptions Close Out Another Great Year

20 December 2018 -- News From ISTAT

ISTAT Americas Registration Open!

20 December 2018 -- News From ISTAT

ISTAT 2019 Board of Directors Nominations

20 December 2018 -- News From ISTAT

Renew Your ISTAT Membership Now

20 December 2018 -- News From ISTAT

Time’s up for UK Airports as Brexit Looms Large

20 December 2018 -- Industry News

With the current Brexit date set to arrive in a few months (March 2019) and high-level negotiations between all involved parties continuing to develop, aviation industry representatives with interests in the UK are examining their long-term prospects in the region.

Global GDP and Lower Fuel Prices Expected to Drive Aviation Industry in 2019

20 December 2018 -- Industry News

The International Air Transport Association recently announced its 2019 forecast, which includes promising signs for continued growth in the aviation industry.

Airbus and Boeing Report November 2018 Commercial Aircraft Orders and Deliveries

20 December 2018 -- Industry News

Both manufacturers reported positive activity in November, with Boeing and Airbus delivering 79 and 89 commercial aircraft, respectively.

The Winter Issue of Jetrader is Here

20 December 2018 -- Jetrader Magazine

Reach ISTAT members with Jetrader!

20 December 2018 -- Jetrader Magazine

ISTAT Foundation Annual Appeal

20 December 2018 -- Foundation Happenings

ISTAT Foundation South Florida Golf Tournament

20 December 2018 -- Foundation Happenings

Save the Date for 2019 ISTAT Foundation Events

20 December 2018 -- Foundation Happenings

ISTAT Foundation Internship Portal

20 December 2018 -- Foundation Happenings

Save the Date for ISTAT Events

20 December 2018 -- ISTAT Calendar

Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

20 December 2018 -- Member Updates

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

ISTAT Members on the Move

20 December 2018 -- Member Updates

Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Elevation to Senior Appraiser

20 December 2018 -- ISTAT Appraisers' Program

IAP in Winter Jetrader

20 December 2018 -- ISTAT Appraisers' Program

Engine Demand Over The Next Decade

15 November 2018 -- Industry News
With an estimated global demand of $300 billion during the next 10 years, engine aftermarket demand is expected to account for more than a third of all MRO activity during that time, with the narrowbody fleet expected to drive the majority of demand.

Higher Fuel Bill to Hurt Emirates' Half-year Profits

15 November 2018 -- Industry News
Based on rising oil costs, a stronger U.S. dollar, ongoing uncertainties surrounding Brexit, as well as instability in the region, Emirates half-year profits are expected to shrink, with other carriers expected to see similar results.

Passenger Traffic Growth Slows in September

15 November 2018 -- Industry News
According to recently released statistics from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), passenger traffic grew at a slower rate in September (5.5%), when compared with the August (6.4%).

Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

15 November 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

15 November 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Air Transport Forecast to Serve 4.1 Billion Passengers in 2018

18 October 2018 -- Industry News
In recent research on overall industry activity by the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG), the report cited robust projections on air travel growth, including observations that aviation supports 65.5 million jobs and $2.7 trillion USD in global economic activity.

PMA and DER Use Depend On Airline Actions

18 October 2018 -- Industry News
Following an August commercial settlement agreement between CFMI and the International Aircraft Transport Association (IATA), the industry continues to grapple with the settlement's proposed impact, though it's predicted that lessors will follow the lead of airlines and regulators.

Advent Of Single-pilot Plane Travel May Be A Case Of When Not If

18 October 2018 -- Industry News
Although computer-assisted flight technology is progressing quickly, airlines and manufacturers are reluctant to discuss the topic.

Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

18 October 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

18 October 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Qatar Airways Plummets to Dh254m Annual Loss as Costs Surge

20 September 2018 -- Industry News
For FY 2017-2018, Qatar Airways posted a loss of 252.47 million Qatari riyals (Dh254m). For the previous FY, Qatar Airways posted a 2.79 billion ryals profit, and attributed the sharp downturn to an Arab boycott of its country, as well as marked increases in fuel costs and the costs associated with the addition of new destinations.

World’s Busiest Air Route Revealed

20 September 2018 -- Industry News
According to Routesonline, the most in-demand route for air traffic is the 450km journey from Gimpo Airport in Seoul to the island of Jeju off the coast of the Korean peninsula, with a reported 3.4 million annual passengers.

More than Four Billion Passengers Used Airlines in 2017

20 September 2018 -- Industry News
Based on recent reports from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), annual air passengers in 2017 surpassed the four billion mark for the first time. This figure represents a 7.3 percent jump, or 280 million more trips, over 2016.

Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

20 September 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

20 September 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Continuing Education

20 September 2018 -- ISTAT Appraisers' Program

Air Freight Passes Cyclical Re-stocking Peak; Protectionism Threatens

16 August 2018 -- Industry News
Although global air freight traffic grew a reported 2.7% in June 2018 vs. June 2017, this percentage is much lower than growth totals for the first six months of the year. Additionally, one factor that may cause further slowdown is the prospect of escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and China.

Air Transport Growth Rising Despite Challenges

16 August 2018 -- Industry News
According to a recent report from the Airports Council International (ACI) World, May 2018 recorded 5.6 percent growth in global passenger traffic when compared against May 2017. However, this percentage remains one percentage point lower than year-to-date growth.

Applying Aviation Safety Practices to Cybersecurity

16 August 2018 -- Industry News
With an estimated 5.1 billion travelers flying safely on 41.8 million flights last year, aviation remains one of the safest forms of travel. And while safety standards remain high, the industry is working to address the growing and evolving need for robust cybersecurity protections.

Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

16 August 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

16 August 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Passenger Demand Continues Strong Growth in May

19 July 2018 -- Industry News
As reported by The International Air Transport Association (IATA), the month of May yielded 6.1% growth in passenger air traffic, when compared the same month in the previous year. This figure represents a slight uptick in growth over April 2017/April 2018's 6.0% growth figure.

Airbus, Boeing June Orders Surge; Deliveries at Record Levels

19 July 2018 -- Industry News
According to figures released by the two manufacturers for activity in June, Airbus reported sales of approximately $20.6 billion (U.S.) for 100 commercial aircraft, while Boeing reported sales of approximately $32.6 billion (U.S.) for 232 commercial aircraft.

Global Aerospace Industry May Be at Record High

19 July 2018 -- Industry News
Based on findings in a research project conducted by Aerodynamic Advisory and Teal Group, the global aerospace industry was responsible for direct revenues of $838 billion (U.S.) in 2017.

Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

19 July 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

19 July 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Passenger Demand Growth Slows in April

21 June 2018 -- Industry News
According to figures compiled by The International Air Transport Association (IATA), global passenger traffic grew by 6.2% in April. The increase was smaller than the 9.7% growth figure reported in March, but IATA said that optimism for continued growth is high.

Executive Chairman of Air Lease Corporation Joins AIR Convention 2018

21 June 2018 -- Industry News
Longtime ISTAT member and industry pioneer Steve Udvar- Házy is slated as a speaker for September's AIR Convention 2018 in Lithuania. Ahead of the event, Házy offered a few thoughts regarding insights that he has gained in his 40-plus years in aviation.

U.S MRO Unit Costs Up In 2017, Especially For Network Carriers

21 June 2018 -- Industry News
Costs, especially for network carriers, rose in 2017, as total maintenance cost per available seat mile increased an average of 3% over 2016. Larger carriers such as American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines reported the largest increases.

Evolution of Technology in the Engine Market

21 June 2018 -- Jetrader Magazine
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Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

21 June 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

21 June 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Political Instability a Threat to Gulf Airline Industry

17 May 2018 -- Industry News
According to the top official from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), aviation growth in the Middle East is likely to be threatened by political instability.

Airline Mergers: Why Europe Needs Blue Sky Thinking

17 May 2018 -- Industry News
There has been very little in the way of European-based aviation consolidation in recent years and the industry remains much more fragmented than in North America, as a comparison, The recent exits of several notable European carriers could pave the way for more mergers, but will it change the landscape of aviation in the region?

Airline Connectivity Will Double by End of 2019

17 May 2018 -- Industry News
As outlined in a recent SITA survey, airlines are making drastic progress in their efforts to implement new ways to improve their communications, tracking, safety and passenger-entertainment efforts.

Evolution of Technology in the Engine Market

17 May 2018 -- Jetrader Magazine
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Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

17 May 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

17 May 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Middle East Air Passenger Traffic Shows Healthy Growth

19 April 2018 -- Industry News
According to recent estimates, Middle East carriers reported a 3.4 percent demand increase in February 2018, when compared against the same month the previous year, with capacity rising 3.9 percent and load factor slipping 0.3 percent in February, as well.

February 2018: Air Passenger Market Analysis

19 April 2018 -- Industry News
According to recently released figures from the International Air Transport Association, global air passenger growth rebounded in February, with Latin American and domestic Indian carriers posting some of the largest gains.

How Asian Airports Use Amenities to Attract Travelers

19 April 2018 -- Industry News
By incorporating cutting-edge technology, as well as creature comforts like expanded leisure facilities, Asian airports are making a conscious effort to attract new travelers by "creating airport terminals that are destinations unto themselves."

Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

19 April 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

19 April 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

Digitization, Trade Facilitation, Safety and People Development Top Agenda at WCS

15 March 2018 -- Industry News
During the World Cargo Symposium, representatives on hand from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) focused on four key priorities — supply chain digitization, lithium battery regulations, efficient trade facilitation and next-gen air cargo leaders — that will affect the future of the air cargo industry. "Air cargo had an exceptional year in 2017 with 9% growth. And we expect a very healthy 4.5% expansion of demand in 2018," said IATA Global Head of Cargo Glyn Hughes.

Aviation CEOs Divided on Brexit Fallout

15 March 2018 -- Industry News
Brexit, the U.K.'s scheduled exit from the European Union on March 2019, remains a ferociously debated topic among aviation executives, as demonstrated by comments made by chief executives at a recent aviation summit in Brussels.

January Passenger Demand Growth Slows on Temporary Factors

15 March 2018 -- Industry News
According to the International Air Transport Association (IATA), January 2018's air traffic, as measured in revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), rose 4.6 percent compared against the same month in the previous year. This represents the slowest year-over-year increase in approximately four years.

Thank You to Our New and Returning Members

15 March 2018 -- Member Updates
ISTAT is pleased to announce these new and returning members. Learn more about each member and connect with them by accessing the ISTAT Member Directory.

ISTAT Members on the Move

15 March 2018 -- Member Updates
Congratulations to these ISTAT members on their new positions.

ISTAT Asia Registration Open

15 February 2018 -- News From ISTAT
Registration is open for ISTAT Asia, to be held in Singapore, Tuesday, 8 May - Thursday, 10 May at the Ritz-Carlton, Millenia. This event is the ideal opportunity to gain new business, network with peers from around the globe and gather trending information on the Asian marketplace. Be sure to register early to receive up to $550 off your conference registration.