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Flight Planning Demands a Dose of Common Sense

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There hasn’t been a fatal air carrier accident in the US since 2009. Despite the incredible improvements in commercial aviation safety, the same cannot be said for general aviation. They also planned to use a flap 15 setting to reduce the aircraft’s ground roll on the 8,000-foot runway.

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Greece: 2024 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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There are many popular Greek destinations, for operators planning general aviation movements, to consider for Greece. The good news is that operating to and within Greece is not onerous – from a planning or day-of-operation perspective. Eurocontrol will also be able to assist with route changes while you’re airborne.

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Risk Mitigation Through Defensive Flying

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A little attention to flying defensively may convert those thoughts into mitigation of potential risks in our flight operations. If you maintain constant situational awareness and utilize all available resources, that’s conducive to safe general aviation operations.

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Costa Rica: 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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If a temporary importation is approved, you must provide the approval number to air traffic control to obtain permission for domestic travel. Customs San Jose Airport now has a dedicated general aviation terminal with onsite Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ).

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Into the Flight Restricted Zone | Part 1, Of PINs and Prop Locks

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Among General Aviation pilots, there was great fear that private aircraft would be permanently barred from controlled airspace, particularly around the epicenters of those attacks in New York City and Washington DC. When the FRZ was created, three General Aviation airports were trapped inside and became difficult to access.

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Argentina: 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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The following is an overview of what you need to know when operating to Argentina: The Flight Plan Filing Process In Argentina, flight plans must be submitted in person at least two hours prior to international departure. Note that flight plans are only valid for 30 minutes after ETD.

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Hong Kong: 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (HKCAD) hours for processing permits are Monday-Friday, 0900-1800 local, and CAD is closed on weekends and holidays. If CAD is closed at the time of your request, Air Traffic Control (ATC) can process short-notice permits. Parking Parking is usually available for up to 14 days.