Aerotime

JUNE 13, 2024

It is not so much about the private jet itself but about the process before getting onboard.” Jetex is plotting further expansion, particularly when it comes to private jet terminals. In the first quarter of this year, the general aviation business recorded an almost 1.9% From B777s to Citation XLRs! Business is great!”

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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.

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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. Similarly, Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport saw a deferred attempt to ban business jets.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

We studied all of our options going into New York via general aviation. We departed early on a Tuesday morning from the Capital Jet Center FBO in Charleston, West Virginia (KCRW), filing direct to KLDJ at 7,000 feet. Yes, sir, we are requesting Bravo clearance for the Hudson River at 1,500.

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Plane and Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

We studied all of our options going into New York via general aviation. We departed early on a Tuesday morning from the Capital Jet Center FBO in Charleston, West Virginia (KCRW), filing direct to KLDJ at 7,000 feet. Yes, sir, we are requesting Bravo clearance for the Hudson River at 1,500.

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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.

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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.

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Universal Weather

JULY 31, 2024

CIQ procedures For LSZH, a maximum of 24 passengers are permitted for handling and customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance at the FBO. While immigration clears all flights to/from non-Schengen countries, customs clearance is only required for passengers with anything to declare.

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Photographic Logbook

OCTOBER 28, 2023

Located directly on the Hudson River roughly thirty miles north of New York City, Sleepy Hollow is easily accessed by General Aviation and seven Williamson Flying Club members planned a Halloween pilgrimage there to follow the trail of the Headless Horseman. Line crew at Million Air chocks Warrior 481 next to a Cirrus Vision Jet.

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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). Fuel Jet fuel is available at LEMD for GA aircraft via fuel trucks; however, hydrant fueling might be an option.

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Flightworx

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Central to these considerations is the landing permit, an indispensable tool that grants aircraft the legal clearance to touch down in foreign lands. Their services cater to the unique needs of all three key operators: General Aviation , Non-Schedule Charter , and Schedule Operators.

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Universal Weather

JUNE 1, 2023

clearance and plenty of general aviation (GA) parking available. A general aviation terminal (GAT) is available at LHBP along with complete GA support services and credit. The post F1 Hungarian Grand Prix 2023: Business Aviation Planning Guide appeared first on Universal® Operational Insight Blog.

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Professional Pilot

APRIL 10, 2024

Gulfstream IV & Robinson R44 Corporate Jet Captain EJM Great Neck NY I n my opinion, they have not kept pace for many years, and are way behind on staffing and service. Also, the implementation of CPDLC for the general aviation sector is taking a painfully long time. Graham Fig ATP. Tommy Jernejcic ATP/CFII.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 2, 2024

CIQ procedures For LSZH, a maximum of 24 passengers are permitted for handling and customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance at the FBO. While immigration clears all flights to/from non-Schengen countries, customs clearance is only required for passengers with anything to declare.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 10, 2024

As a result, the city has become a hub for business aviation, with a high volume of private jets and other business aircraft visiting each year. For exemption requests, CIQ reviews aircraft registration and all passenger/crew nationalities to make a determination if clearance and visas will be required or not.

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Photographic Logbook

JULY 7, 2024

When we made the decision to flee Boston early all of those years ago, we reasoned that it was a short flight and access to downtown from an outlying general aviation airport was relatively simple via Uber. Once rolling on the runway, we were cleared to taxi to FlightLevel Aviation on the west side of the field.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 18, 2024

Curfews – LFMN is a 24-hour AOE with a General Aviation Terminal (GAT). Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) clearance is normally available at the LFMN GAT 0800-2100 local. Fuel – Aviation fuel is available with no limitations. Fuel Jet A is available at all locations, and aviation fuel cards are accepted.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

And while the pace may be slow and the vibe laid-back on the islands themselves, for operators of business jets traveling to the region during the islands’ peak season, challenges such as limited parking, hotels, and fuel can create operational risk and stress. CIQ pre-clearance is available at St. or another country.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2023

For more information on France, visit our Destination and High-Traffic Event Guides: France Southern France Paris Air Show Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world and is a very popular business aviation destination. As a result, business jet operators have plenty of choices for service providers at the city’s airports.

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Universal Weather

JUNE 13, 2023

Prior Permission Required (PPR) is currently in place for general aviation at SABE – a joint-use civil/military airfield – due to airport and aircraft parking congestion and since this is a primarily domestic airport. All standard CIQ procedures must be followed – including customs/immigration clearance.

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Universal Weather

JULY 5, 2023

For more detailed information on specific destinations and regulations within Mexico, please visit our articles on: Mexico City Mexico Permits For a successful and trouble-free trip to Mexico, it’s always best practice for business-aviation operators to plan for a range of logistical issues that may impact a flight. This is a mandatory stop.

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Universal Weather

APRIL 8, 2024

hours, depending on traffic conditions Le Bourget is open 24 hours for arrivals, but jet engine departures from the apron are prohibited between 2215 and 0600 local. Flexibility for late arrivals or departures Ramp space available for up to 6 General Aviation (GA) aircraft. Capacity for 175,000 gallons of Jet-A fuel.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 17, 2024

For many General Aviation (GA) operators, Seletar (WSSL) is the preferred airport option. Parking is beginning to become an issue as traffic increases and with more bigger jets using Seletar. CIQ CIQ clearance at Seletar occurs within the terminal building, and processing can be slower, especially during peak traffic.

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AeroSavvy

AUGUST 20, 2021

I’m not Lindbergh… This trip was ambitious for me, but quite common in the general aviation community. The fixed-base operator (Regional Jet Center) filled up our fuel tanks and provided complimentary hot dogs and ice cream for brunch. Small aircraft are designed for these kinds of flights.

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Ask the Pilot

JUNE 28, 2024

On March 25th, a British Airways regional jet took off from London City Airport (LCY) bound for Dusseldorf, Germany. Not until the jet touched down did they realize they were headed to the wrong city. April 23, 2019 DID YOU HEAR the one about the flight that went to Edinburgh instead of Dusseldorf? This is when high-tech goes low-tech.

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Air Facts

JUNE 24, 2024

In fact, if you hear about a general aviation airplane crash and you know nothing else , you should assume it’s pilot error—even if there are tantalizing clues that suggest otherwise. The subtle pressure of an ATC clearance can lead us into danger. Just go around—all the way around.

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