ISTAT PDP Americas
Dates and Locations
2025-26 Application Process Dates
- Applications Open: 3 March 2025
- Applications Close: 4 April 2025
- Notification of Admission: Early May 2025
Applications are now closed for 2025-26.
2025-26 Americas Course Module Dates (participants are required to attend all four modules)
- Module I - Airlines: 26-28 August 2025 – Chicago, IL
- Module II - Aircraft: 18-20 November 2025 – Charleston, SC
- Module III - Trading & Finance: 3-5 February 2026 – New York City, NY
- Module IV - Wrap-Up: 8-10 March 2026 – San Diego, CA
ISTAT Americas 2026
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PDP Program Cost: $4,000
PDP Airline Rate: $2,000
Application Criteria
- This program is designed for individuals with 1-5 years of professional experience with an airline, lessor, bank, OEM, MRO, consultancy, trader, lawyer, or appraiser.
- Applicants must be either 1) an individual ISTAT member 2) employed by an ISTAT corporate member company or 3) recommended by an ISTAT member/company.
About
ISTAT’s Professional Development Program (PDP) in association with PwC takes a deep dive into the airline industry, the design, manufacturing, maintenance and valuation of commercial aircraft, and the trading & financing of them. Participants will also profit from valuable networking time with peers and industry leaders at unique events during each module. Industry experts from ISTAT’s membership will lead sessions, sharing insights on the business.
In addition to the technical skills gained in each module, participants will learn negotiation, presentation and communication skills.
Instructors
ISTAT PDP features instructors of the highest caliber – individuals who are industry leaders and ISTAT members with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Interactions and engagements with these industry icons will be one of the key differentiators of this program. Participants will benefit from exposure to the broader community of professionals within the commercial aircraft trading and financing industry.