Meet us at Farnborough 2026 – July 20-24
The AVITAS, Inc. team is heading to Farnborough for the airshow. We look forward to catching up with you there. If you would like to meet please contact us to schedule a time.
Stuart Rubin joins AVITAS, Inc. as Senior Vice President.
Stuart Rubin joins AVITAS, Inc. as Senior Vice President. His responsibilities include preparing aircraft and engine appraisals, supporting the firm’s online value services and market analysis, developing new valuation products, and overseeing publication of the AVITAS Bluebook of Jet Aircraft Values, Bluebook of Turboprop Values, and Bluebook of Jet Engine Values. With more than 30 […]
AVITAS Launches SkyShop: Instant Access to Aviation Valuations and Market Intelligence
AVITAS is pleased to announce the launch of AVITAS SkyShop, a new online platform providing immediate access to AVITAS’ trusted aviation valuation data and market publications. AVITAS SkyShop enables aviation professionals to purchase and download AVITAS publications online, delivering fast, convenient access to the data relied upon by lessors, lenders, investors, consultants, and operators worldwide. […]
The AVITAS team will be at ISTAT Americas in San Diego 8-10th March
The AVITAS team will be at ISTAT Americas in San Diego. We look forward to catching up with friends, colleagues and making new connections. If you would like to meet with us, send an email and we will be in touch.
Q&A With John Vitale of AVITAS, 2026 recipient of the ISTAT Award
As the 2026 recipient of the ISTAT Award, John Vitale, senior advisor and member of the board of AVITAS Inc., brings nearly three decades of leadership, valuation expertise and institutional memory to the conversation. In this wide-ranging Q&A, the longtime president and CEO of AVITAS reflects on the experiences that shaped his approach to aircraft […]
Congratulations John Vitale, recipient of the 2026 ISTAT Award
Please join us in congratulating John Vitale, former President & CEO of AVITAS, on being named the 2026 recipient of the ISTAT Award. This honor recognizes John’s exceptional contributions to the commercial aviation industry and his lasting impact on the ISTAT community.
30 Years of Impact From the ISTAT Foundation
Ashwini Krishnan, Manager – Asset Valuations, AVITAS Inc. with Karen Conroy, Directory of Corporate Planning & Investment at Orix Aviation, share the 30 year impact the ISTAT Foundation has had supporting aviation students and non-profit organizations. Read article here in JetTrader
Tony Karafiat, AVITAS’s Director of Asset Valuations, discussed asset values, lease rates, trading liquidity, as well as OEM and MRO production rates with John Persinos of Aircraft Value News.
Tony Karafiat, AVITAS‘s Director of Asset Valuations, discussed asset values, lease rates, trading liquidity, as well as OEM and MRO production rates with John Persinos of Aircraft Value News. Discover how AVITAS can help your business soar. Click here for the full article and transcript.
Adam Pilarski – ISTAT Americas 2025
Adam’s View from ISTAT Americas, 2025 Adam discusses: Economic Realities Inflation, Tariffs Fleet Shortage New Aviation Power https://www.avitas.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Adam%20Pilarski%20-%20AVITAS%20-%20ISTAT%20Americas%202025.mp4
Staff changes at AVITAS, Inc.
AVITAS is pleased to announce the following staff changes. John Vitale has retired from the company as of March 31, 2025, after serving as President & CEO since 1997. He will continue in the role of Senior Advisor and Member of the Board. We have appointed Douglas Kelly, formerly Senior Vice President – Asset Valuation, […]