Universal Weather

MARCH 14, 2025

Primary Airports Owen Roberts International Airport (MWCR): Located 3 km (2 miles) from George Town, MWCR is the primary airport for business aviation traffic. Charles Kirkconnell International Airport (MWCB): Situated on Cayman Brac, MWCB accommodates general aviation traffic but at a lower volume than MWCR.

General Aviation 52

General Aviation Clearance Flight Plan Weather 52

Plane and Pilot

MARCH 26, 2025

A peek in the flight manual reveals impressive takeoff performance, as well, listing a ground roll of 815 feet and a 50-foot obstacle clearance distance of 1,395 feet at maximum takeoff weight and standard conditions. Learn more about Mooney M-20C ownership here.

Clearance 53

Clearance Knot Airplanes General Aviation 53

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

In any event, this will be a busier time than normal in Rio, especially for general aviation (GA) ops, so its important to accomplish trip planning in advance. Clearance procedure involves arrival security inspection of hand luggage and clearing passport control followed by a screening of checked baggage.

Clearance 92

Clearance General Aviation Runway Pilot 92

Air Facts

DECEMBER 18, 2024

One of the things I had to learn was getting my IFR clearance at a non-towered airport on my cell phone while flying with a nose mounted turbine engine. After buying his single engine Cirrus, Steve needed to get current in flying IFR in general aviation, something he had not done since the 1970s. Now fast forward to 2024.

Clearance 96

Clearance Airplanes Annual Inspection Pilot 96

Universal Weather

APRIL 17, 2024

The sporting and cultural events scheduled on “Côte d’Azur” between May 14 and May 27 are likely to generate air traffic exceeding the receiving capacities of Nice Airport and Monaco Helipad. Flight Plan Specifications: Mandatory for general aviation to include a COHOR-assigned slot ID in their flight plan.

Clearance 97

Clearance General Aviation Flight Plan NOTAMs 97

One Mile at a Time

OCTOBER 9, 2024

As an aviation geek, I love listening to air traffic control audio, and always enjoy the VASAviation YouTube channel, which does a great job covering noteworthy air traffic control interactions. The channel has just uploaded a video involving interactions with an air traffic controller at a (primarily) general aviation airport.

Air Traffic Control 123

Air Traffic Control Pilot Clearance General Aviation 123

Universal Weather

MARCH 10, 2025

Parking Availability & Challenges Parking is generally available; however, overnight and long-stay parking can be difficult to secure, particularly for ferry flights (no passengers on board) unless it is for crew rest. Handling & Services Seville Airport offers a full range of business aviation handling services.

Clearance 52

Clearance Ferry Flight Flight Plan General Aviation 52

Flying Magazine

MAY 15, 2024

From the general aviation side, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) praised passage of the long-term legislation to fund and support the FAA. He said the bill also strengthens workforce development grants for pilots and maintenance technicians by adding manufacturing workers to the eligibility list.

Air Traffic Control 85

Air Traffic Control General Aviation Clearance Cockpit 85

Universal Weather

OCTOBER 30, 2024

General Aviation (GA) traffic movements throughout this region are much higher than normal during peak and super-peak periods when airports often reach saturation levels. More information on CARICOM APIS can be found in our article “ CARICOM APIS – Rules for Business Aviation Operators to know. or another country.

NOTAMs 52

NOTAMs Fixed Base Operator Clearance General Aviation 52

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Facilities All private aviation operators flying into Ezeiza must use the new General Aviation Terminal, which is open 24 hours daily. CIQ Crew and passengers must clear customs at the General Aviation Terminal (GAT), with a typical process time of about 2 minutes per person. Slots are not required.

General Aviation 52

General Aviation Clearance Hangar Jet 52

Universal Weather

JULY 28, 2023

Facilities All private aviation operators flying into Ezeiza must use the new General Aviation Terminal, which is open 24 hours daily. CIQ Crew and passengers must clear customs at the General Aviation Terminal (GAT), with a typical process time of about 2 minutes per person. Slots are not required.

General Aviation 52

General Aviation Clearance Hangar Jet 52

Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Key Takeaways Airports that fall under Class C designation handle general aviation and airline traffic. Before entering Class C airspace, pilots must receive clearance from Air Traffic Control (ATC). Class C airspace is essential for controlling general aviation and airline traffic for medium-sized airports.

Clearance 52

Clearance Transponder Knot Indicated Airspeed 52

Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

Pilots must meet equipment and certification requirements and have ATC clearance to enter. Keeping jet traffic safe alongside slower general aviation aircraft is harder still. Operating Requirements in Class B Airspace Operational Requirements VFR traffic needs explicit clearance to enter Bravo airspace.

Clearance 52

Clearance Ceiling Airspace Classes Transponder 52

Universal Weather

MARCH 11, 2024

The focus here is on providing a smooth experience for passengers and crew in terms of services, express clearance of customs, and accommodation of any necessary schedule revisions. 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.

Clearance 52

Clearance Runway Fixed Base Operator General Aviation 52

Universal Weather

APRIL 9, 2023

In addition, general aviation (GA) arrivals for this event are expected to start the week before and will remain congested a day or two following the race. Barcelona (LEBL) LEBL is a 24-hour airport of entry (AOE) with 24-hour customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance and plenty of general aviation (GA) parking available.

Clearance 52

Clearance General Aviation Fixed Base Operator Hangar 52

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

A little over 20 years later, the term single-pilot resource management evolved from FAA/university research into the emerging generation of general aviation long-distance travel machines, such as the Cirrus SR22. CRM has gone on to become a staple of airline and military flight training. and we were off.

Weather 86

Weather Clearance Pilot Airplanes 86

Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2024

Airport options Tokyo is served by two airports – Haneda (RJTT) and Narita (RJAA) – and both have their pros and cons from the general aviation (GA) operating perspective. Since July 2021, a new Business Aviation Gate has opened with its own customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance channel.

Clearance 52

Clearance General Aviation Hangar Fixed Base Operator 52

Universal Weather

MARCH 7, 2023

For general aviation (GA) operators planning to attend this event or traveling to Melbourne during this time, it’s important to consider aircraft parking and crew accommodation options as early as possible. CIQ clearance for international flights can be arranged, but at the discretion of local customs and immigration authorities.

Clearance 52

Clearance Runway General Aviation Jet 52

Flight Training Central

MAY 6, 2024

Some of the most successful General Aviation aircraft have been high wing models. This design, even in the wood and fabric world of early aircraft, carried such aviation icons as the Piper Cub and Aeronca Champ. On the ground they offer clearance over many fences. The Case for High Wings Cessna high-wing design.

Lift 97

Lift Drag Airplanes Ground Effect 97

Plane and Pilot

JULY 3, 2024

If you maintain constant situational awareness and utilize all available resources, that’s conducive to safe general aviation operations. Developing the ability to recognize potential risks and being adaptable in handling unforeseen situations are essential traits of a defensive general aviation pilot.

Pilot 94

Pilot Weather Approach Air Traffic Control 94

Universal Weather

JULY 18, 2023

The annual Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (LABACE) takes place Aug. Higher than normal general aviation (GA) traffic is expected during this period at SBSP. For those coming in from Europe, Recife (SBRF) is a good CIQ clearance stop. 8-10, 2023 at Congonhas (SBSP).

Clearance 52

Clearance Hangar Flight Plan General Aviation 52

Universal Weather

JANUARY 16, 2024

There are many popular Greek destinations, for operators planning general aviation movements, to consider for Greece. Other than at LGAV, where you’ll clear customs, immigration, quarantine (CIQ) quickly within the general aviation terminal (GAT), expect to clear CIQ in the main terminal along with scheduled commercial passengers.

Clearance 52

Clearance Flight Plan General Aviation Visual Flight Rules 52

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.

Fixed Base Operator 52

Fixed Base Operator Clearance General Aviation Airline 52

Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2024

Pre-clearance guide Potential Dublin GA Ban in 2024 The Dublin Airport Authority’s (DAA) consideration of a ban on all ad-hoc flights, including General Aviation (GA), due to the airport exceeding its 32-million passenger capacity. Onboard CIQ clearance must be approved in advance.

Clearance 52

Clearance General Aviation Narrow-Body Aircraft Tarmac 52

Universal Weather

JANUARY 16, 2024

Due to the congestion, authorities are implementing restrictions to accommodate for the influx, which is affecting general aviation (GA). Slots may be requested up to 14 days in advance, and requests are submitted in general aviation clearance request (GCR) format. Once approved, slots are valid for +/- 15 minutes.

Clearance 52

Clearance General Aviation NOTAMs Flight Plan 52

iPad Pilot News

MAY 14, 2024

This AC also points out that cell phones and LTE-enabled iPads, while prohibited from use in flight by FCC regulations, are allowed to be used in aircraft while on the ground (ie, for picking up a clearance or filing a flight plan). ” This is the line that shows most general aviation pilots are not affected by this AC.

Pilot 105

Pilot Federal Aviation Regulations Cockpit Weather 105

Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

But more than that, it opens a whole new world of usefulness for you and your aircraft, and the ATC services provided on an IFR clearance are significantly better than the “workload permitting” VFR advisories. Each pilot can set their own personal minimums, and many IFR-rated pilots continue to fly on an IFR clearance in VFR conditions.

Pilot 80

Pilot Ceiling Clearance Pilot in Command 80

Universal Weather

MARCH 7, 2024

Traditionally, London-Stansted (EGSS) has provided limited night-time access for business aviation through a small number of ad-hoc slots. Despite the new limitations, Stansted continues to be the preferable option for business aviation.

Clearance 52

Clearance General Aviation Airline Airlines 52

Universal Weather

MARCH 20, 2025

This modern facility, completely surrounded by sand, is a unique setting for a very popular event and draws a significant amount of international business aviation traffic. We recommend that general aviation (GA) operators planning to attend the Bahrain Grand Prix begin confirming trip arrangements as early as possible.

Clearance 52

Clearance General Aviation 52

Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

In 2019, a general aviation terminal (GAT) opened at São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (SBGR). Here’s everything business aviation operators need to know. The General Aviation Terminal (GAT) operates under a policy that restricts it to managing one operation at a time. 21, 2019, for GA operations at SBGR.

Clearance 52

Clearance General Aviation Approach Airlines 52

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Ground support equipment The availability of ground support equipment (GSE) for general aviation (GA) is good at MMTO. CIQ clearance involves deplaning all passengers, crew, and luggage that may be needed for inbound and outbound operations. CIQ CIQ must always be cleared in Mexico, even for international tech stops.

Hangar 52

Hangar Weather Clearance General Aviation 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

We studied all of our options going into New York via general aviation. Yes, sir, we are requesting Bravo clearance for the Hudson River at 1,500. After taxiing to Runway 27 and doing a thorough run-up, I called Newark Clearance. Yes, sir, 20Z with VFR request,” I said. N8320Z, go ahead with your request.” “Yes,

Clearance 52

Clearance Approach Knot Altimeter 52

Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

We studied all of our options going into New York via general aviation. Yes, sir, we are requesting Bravo clearance for the Hudson River at 1,500. After taxiing to Runway 27 and doing a thorough run-up, I called Newark Clearance. Yes, sir, 20Z with VFR request,” I said. N8320Z, go ahead with your request.” “Yes,

Clearance 52

Clearance Approach Knot Altimeter 52

Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Airport options With the closing of Torrejon (LETO) airport in 2013 to general aviation (GA) traffic, the sole airport in Madrid serving business aviation operators is Adolfo Suarez Madrid–Barajas Airport (LEMD). Anyone on the ramp must have clearance or be accompanied by someone who does. Here’s what you need to know.

Clearance 52

Clearance Weather General Aviation Flight Plan 52

Universal Weather

DECEMBER 5, 2023

General Declaration is always mandatory for international flights. Facilities & Ground Handlers Universal Aviation Italy has had a presence in Milan for more than 30 years. CIQ On arrival, the captain will be required to sign a pre-filled-out general declaration (assuming your handler has prepared this in advance).

Wide-Body Aircraft 52

Wide-Body Aircraft Clearance General Aviation Hangar 52

ABEAM

JULY 5, 2024

We tried to fly as direct as possible letting controllers and the leader Macksolo of the formation dealing with proper clearances. No formation take-off allowed in Kortrijk but we soon settled in a loose formation, throttled back at 50% engine power yielding about 80 knots IAS. We refuelled with fresh Jet A1, and took taxis to a cute hotel.

Transponder 52

Transponder Knot Clearance General Aviation 52

Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 10, 2023

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. Although 9/11 marked the weaponization of commercial aircraft, the aftereffects are felt most keenly by General Aviation.

Transponder 52

Transponder Approach Clearance General Aviation 52