Fear of Landing

DECEMBER 13, 2024

The 31-year-old cargo aircraft, registered in Spain as EC-MFE, was operated by Swiftair on behalf of the German logistics group DHL for a routine cargo flight from Leipzig, Germany, to Vilnius, Lithuania. The flight departed normally from Leipzig Halle Airport at 02:08 UTC (03:08 local), operating as flight QY5690/BCS18D.

Runway 104

Runway Approach UTC Knot 104

Universal Weather

JANUARY 10, 2024

All slot times are confirmed in Zulu/UTC time. Universal Aviation China has locations at both ZBAA and ZBAD and has extensive experience handling wide-body aircraft for both charter and cargo operations, and we can help coordinate complex on- and off-airport logistics for cargo flights. Slots are valid -0/+30 mins.

General Aviation 52

General Aviation Wide-Body Aircraft UTC Cargo 52

Universal Weather

JULY 5, 2023

While cargo flights are considered a charter, the associated permit process is complex and requires specifically licensed vendors. These airspace closures are usually between 1500-2200 UTC Monday-Friday but can vary depending upon military needs. Other route and flight level changes may be requested verbally by ATC.

Flight Plan 52

Flight Plan Clearance UTC Pilot in Command 52