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ISTAT PDP Asia

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Application Process Dates

  • Applications Open: 14 May 2025
  • Applications Close: 19 June 2025
  • Notification of Admission: Mid July 2025

Asia Module Dates (participants are required to attend all four modules)

  • Module I & II – Airlines & Aircraft: 20-24 October 2025 (Singapore)
  • Module III & IV – Trading, Finance & Wrap-Up: May 2026 (in conjunction with ISTAT Asia)

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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. By participating in ISTAT PDP Asia, 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.

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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. 

Student Resources

Access the ISTAT PDP Americas online community to find rosters, resources from classes, and other important documentation. Students must be logged in to their ISTAT profile to access.

If you have trouble accessing the community, please contact istat@istat.org.

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