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SATShow 2026: On-the-Spot Interviews
John Persinos, editor-in-chief at Aviation Tech Today, attended SATShow 2026 in Washington, DC, held March 23-26. In addition to moderating a panel discussion on InFlight Connectivity, he interviewed attendees on the show floor. This video curates a few excerpts. This year's show was upbeat, reflecting accelerating growth in the global…

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By: John Persinos
March 25, 2026
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Hormuz Inferno: Trump’s Iran War Sends Airlines Into Crisis Mode
The verdict is already coming in from markets, airlines, and oil traders around the world. Donald Trump’s war with Iran is beginning to look far less like a lightning strike and far more like a quagmire. The White House promised decisive action: surgical blows against Iranian targets, a weakened regime…

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By: John Persinos
March 15, 2026
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Oil Shock Roils Aviation
President Donald Trump expected a short, surgical strike against Iran. Quick in. Quick out. Case closed. But reality? Different headlines. Iran’s new supreme leader vows revenge for “the blood of your martyrs.” The message blasts across state television. The signal to the world: this fight isn’t ending soon. Meanwhile, the…

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By: John Persinos
March 13, 2026
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Introducing: Aviation Tech Today!
Aviation technology is evolving faster than ever. From avionics upgrades and connectivity to regulatory mandates, predictive maintenance, and fleet modernization, aviation professionals are navigating increasingly complex technology decisions. We’re excited to introduce Aviation Tech Today, a modern digital media platform dedicated to the people and technologies shaping aviation’s future. Built…

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By: John Persinos
March 12, 2026
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ISTAT Americas 2026: Live from San Diego!
John Persinos is attending the ISTAT Americas 2026 conference in San Diego (March 8-10), conducting live interviews with experts on the show floor. Amid a backdrop of Middle Eastern war, geopolitical strife, soaring oil prices, volatile equity markets, and inflationary pressures, the ISTAT confab this year is highly energized and…

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By: John Persinos
March 9, 2026
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SCOTUS Nixes Trump Tariffs, Unshackles Aviation
In a pivotal 6–3 ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court on February 20 struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on imported goods, and the justices did so in brutally frank terms. The Court declared that the executive branch had overstepped its authority under emergency trade statutes. The majority held that…

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By: John Persinos
February 22, 2026
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The Future of Avionics…and Why it Matters for Aircraft Values
With me to shed light today on the latest developments in cockpit capabilities is Robin Glover-Fauer. Robin flew fast jets for the UK's Royal Air Force, then spent 20 years as a pilot for British Airways. He is currently chief customer officer at Acron Aviation. He previously served as president…

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By: John Persinos
February 3, 2026
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Smart Money Q&A: From Capital Markets to the Cockpit
In this video interview, I turn our focus to money, specifically how to make smart investment decisions in today's market with insights from my guest, Jay Hatfield. Jay Hatfield is CEO of Infrastructure Capital Advisors, ICA, and is the portfolio manager of a series of exchange-traded funds and hedge funds.…

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By: John Persinos
January 27, 2026
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Aviation Outlook 2026: Bottlenecks Poised to Lift Values and Rates
As the global aviation industry moves into 2026, the consensus among analysts and industry observers paints a picture of strong underlying demand paired with persistent production constraints and a tightening economic backdrop. For appraisers, lessors, airline management teams, and financiers this means navigating a landscape where aircraft values and lease…

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By: John Persinos
January 5, 2026
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Regional Jets Are Soaring in Value…Here’s Why
Regional jets may not be the showpieces of global aviation, but right now they’re among the hottest assets in the market. Regional jets rarely command the spotlight. They’re usually overshadowed by the bigger, flashier narrowbodies that dominate long, high-yield routes. But regional jets have been climbing sharply in value over…

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By: John Persinos
December 8, 2025
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