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Hong Kong 7s Rugby 2025: Business Aviation Planning Guide

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Landing permits Prior clearance from HKCAD is required for the operation of private non-revenue flights to and from Hong Kong. Slots are available 24/7, but there are night-hour limitations (1400-2259 UTC / 2200-0659 local) due to noise considerations. Slots for VHHH are always required, even for tech stops and drop-and-go operations.

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LATAM Boeing 777 Suffers Tail Strike During Milan Takeoff

One Mile at a Time

Flight performed a fuel dump and landed safely at 12:50 UTC on runway 35R. Admittedly the 777-300ER is quite a long aircraft, and even with a routine takeoff, there’s a bit under a meter of clearance between the tail and the runway during rotation. As a result, runway 35L was closed for inspection. So, what happened here?

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Quintana Roo, Mexico: Operating to Cancun, Tulum, and Cozumel – 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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As private aviation to the region increases, operators must navigate specific airport procedures, customs clearance requirements, and infrastructure limitations. Heres everything you need to know about operating a business jet to Quintana Roo, including airport options, peak season trends, and key operational considerations. miles (3.06

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DHL 737 crashes short of Vilnius runway

Fear of Landing

The flight departed normally from Leipzig Halle Airport at 02:08 UTC (03:08 local), operating as flight QY5690/BCS18D. At 03:28 UTC, ninety minutes into the flight and on final approach to Vilnius, the aircraft crashed near Liepkalnis Hill. Vilnius International Airport serves the capital of Lithuania, located just 5.9

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2025 Super Bowl LIX: Business Aviation Destination Guide

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These procedures will be in effect from February 6, 2025, at 0601 UTC through February 11, 2025, at 0400 UTC. With the high volume of business aviation traffic expected leading up to and following the event, the FAA has announced special air traffic procedures to ensure safety and minimize delays.

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Singapore Airports: 2024 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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In 2019, Seletar implemented Noise Abatement procedures between 1400 to 2300 UTC. CIQ CIQ clearance at Seletar occurs within the terminal building, and processing can be slower, especially during peak traffic. Both Seletar and Changi are 24-hour airports of entry with full aircraft services and support available.

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Shanghai, China: 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

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All slot times are confirmed in ZULU/UTC. Tech stops For international tech stops in Shanghai, full CIQ clearance may be required, with all passengers/crew potentially needing visas unless an exemption is requested at least 48 hours prior to landing. Slots are valid -0/+30 minutes. No PPR is required.