The ISTAT Foundation is pleased to announce a generous commitment of US$100,000 from Aircraft Engine Lease Finance Inc. (AELF) to establish the AELF James Nazarkewich Aviation Scholarship.

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The ISTAT Foundation’s 30th Anniversary Campaign raised an impressive US$364,500 — well beyond its US$300,000 goal — thanks to widespread support from the global aviation community. 

The ISTAT Foundation is pleased to announce the establishment of the GA Telesis Scholarship Fund.

Learn more about the global impact of the ISTAT Foundation and its committees over the past five years. 

The ISTAT Foundation is pleased to announce the establishment of the AerCap Scholarship Fund as part of the ISTAT Foundation’s 30th anniversary celebration.