EMEA 2027 Module Dates & Locations
(participants are required to attend all four modules)
- Module I: Airlines – Dublin
- Module II: Aircraft – Toulouse
- Module III: Trading & Finance – Dublin
- Module IV: Wrap Up – Prague (ISTAT EMEA)
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2027 Application Process Dates
- Applications Open: 14 September 2026
- Applications Close: 16 October 2026
- Notification of Admission: Mid-December 2026
PDP Program Cost: $5,500
PDP Airline Rate: $3,500
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 an individual ISTAT member or employed by an ISTAT corporate member company.
- Applicants must have company support to participate in the program.
- Applicants are required to attend the full length of each module within their cohort as publicized on the ISTAT website. No exceptions will be made.
I came away from the course with not only a greater insight into the industry but also connections with professionals and peers that will benefit my career for years to come.
Andrew Mcgonigle • Castlelake
About ISTAT PDP EMEA
ISTAT PDP represents an exciting opportunity for aviation professionals with 1-5 years of industry experience to dive deeper into the airline industry, the design, manufacturing, maintenance and valuation of commercial aircraft, and the trading & financing of them. Participants can expect to gain new technical skills as well as hone their negotiation, presentation and communication skills. Upon completion of the program, students can expect to have obtained a thorough understanding of the business of trading and financing commercial aviation. Participants will also profit from valuable one-on-one time with peers and instructors at networking events during each module. Participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the program.
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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.