Simple Flying

JULY 20, 2024

It's common knowledge that commercial airliners park at gates connected to terminals, but the parking arrangements for private aircraft may be less familiar. Let's delve into the concept of a Fixed Base Operator (FBO) and its crucial role in private aviation.

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AV Web

JANUARY 7, 2025

The Ashville (North Carolina) Regional Airport Authority will demolish general aviation hangars at the airport (KAVL) to make more room for commercial aviation. The project will increase the commercial airline terminal to 12 gates from the current seven.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 6, 2025

Airport Options Shanghai offers two primary airports for business aviation: Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (ZSSS): Located about seven miles west of the city center (approximately a 25-minute drive), ZSSS operates with a curfew from 0001-0600 local time. Slots are typically confirmed alongside landing permit approvals.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2023

Paris has three airports, but two – Charles de Gaulle (LFPG) and Orly (LFPO) – are primarily dedicated to scheduled commercial operations. LFPG allows General Aviation (GA) operations for passengers with airline connections only, and aircraft may only stay on the ground for a few hours.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 11, 2024

While all airports have their own unique operating restrictions, EGSS is exceptionally user-friendly, efficient, and flexible in terms of schedule changes. Summer Night Slots 2024 London airspace will be closed to general aviation at night in the summer of 2024, marking a first for the city. Additionally, EGSS has a 10,000 ft.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Shanghai Area Airport Options Shanghai is served by two highly congested airports Hongqiao (ZSSS) with a curfew of 1601-2200Z(0001-0600LT) each day and Pudong (ZSPD) 24-hour with each having different general aviation (GA) access and parking considerations. Historically, ZSPD was primarily geared toward scheduled commercial airlines.

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Universal Weather

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

There’s no fixed-base operator (FBO) or general aviation terminal (GAT) at this location, but complete GA support services, fuel uplifts, and credit are available. At this location, we recommend that operators bring their own tow bar. Authorities are not based at the GAT.

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