Vintage Aviation News

AUGUST 8, 2024

The 6-month, 20-million-dollar project involves the complete removal of the existing 6,500’ taxiway alpha, its runway connectors, and all existing lighting, NAVAID, and underground utilities. Built in the 1960s, Taxiway Alpha is one of the oldest surfaces in the airport and is in immediate need of replacement.

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Fear of Landing

AUGUST 9, 2024

These are covered in a 30-page NOTAM (link goes to 2024 version) released each year by the FAA, documenting all of the show-specific guidelines and procedures during the event. The FFZ airfield has a 900-foot grass runway (18/36) and a low-altitude traffic pattern, allowing for spectators to watch the demonstrations of the slower aircraft.

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Universal Weather

APRIL 25, 2023

LSSG is busy throughout the day, and because there is only one runway, delays are often incurred in bad weather. However, no runway closures are anticipated during the EBACE event as all demo flights will obtain slots via normal channels. Bern (LSZB) can also be considered, but the runway length is only 5,674 feet.

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Universal Weather

APRIL 8, 2024

Slots, Restrictions & Reservations Universal Aviation Paris is actively monitoring all restrictions and NOTAMs for the Summer Games and we are updating this article as information changes. Note: The sample allocations for runways might undergo changes for the Olympic games. If you get a slot…keep it! No slots required.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2024

At some UK airbases – such as RAF Leuchars (EGQL) – PPRs are only issued to General Aviation (GA) during significant golfing events. Tech Stops For tech stops, a general aviation report is submitted to Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) authorities, who will process the information and determine if a clearance is required.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 26, 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. Ramp congestion also occurs at smaller destinations such as popular Nevis (TKPN) , with its 4,003-foot runway, and smaller outer islands in the Bahamas.

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Universal Weather

MAY 9, 2023

MRPV is closer to San Jose’s city center than MROC but has a shorter (5,905-foot) runway and restricted hours of operation. Universal Aviation Costa Rica has ground handling offices in San Jose and Liberia. Customs San Jose Airport now has a dedicated general aviation terminal with onsite Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ).

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