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The aircraft trading market remains active as supply constraints, rising maintenance costs and strong airline demand continue to support asset values across much of the global fleet.

As global aviation continues to recover from pandemic-era disruptions, the aircraft leasing sector is entering a new phase defined by consolidation, evolving capital structures and increased competition for assets.

Aircraft production is gradually stabilizing after several years of disruption, but industry leaders say significant challenges remain across the global aerospace supply chain.

While geopolitical uncertainty and fuel volatility dominated much of the conversation at ISTAT Americas in San Diego on 8-10 March 2026, airline executives emphasized that long-term success will depend less on external events and more on disciplined strategy.

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From geopolitical conflict and volatile fuel prices to supply chain constraints and evolving technologies, aviation leaders gathered at ISTAT Americas in San Diego from 8-10 March 2026 with no shortage of global challenges to discuss.

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

ISTAT members gathered in Singapore on 25 February 2026 to celebrate the Lunar New Year and welcome the Year of the Fire Horse.

The Embraer E-Jet E2 family was formally launched at the Paris Air Show in 2013, entering service within five years with Norway’s Widerøe in April 2018. 

Jetrader spoke with Shabneez Seeroo, general counsel and company secretary at Veling Ltd. about the most challenging parts of her profession, who has had the greatest influence on her career and more.

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

Listen in as Mark Streeter reflects on insights gained throughout his 30-year career and shares advice for emerging professionals.