Pilot Institute

MARCH 28, 2025

A small Challenger 604 business jet flying at Flight Level 340 passed one thousand feet below an Airbus A380 flying the same route in the opposite direction. The vortices flipped the small jet upside down at least three to five times before the pilots managed to regain control. ATRs, Dash 8s, large business jets.

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Latatuide 33 Aviation

JULY 22, 2024

From defining your objectives and requirements to determining what type of aircraft will best align with your needs, much is involved in purchasing a jet. Understanding the costs of owning a private jet allows you to take proactive measures to manage private aviation effectively.

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Vintage Aviation News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Image via Wikiepdia The USS Hornet Museum features an extensive collection of aircraft, including propeller, jet, and rotorcraft, with several Naval helicopters on display. These aircraft span multiple decades, from the 1940s through the 1980s, and museum guests can get an up-close look at them on both the flight deck and hangar deck.

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Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Flying to Europe is well within reach for many executive jet types. Transatlantic routes While safety is still the primary concern for pilots, today’s challenges are not so much the vastness and weather on this ocean, but traffic density and regulatory compliance. Some need technical stops in between, while others can make it non-stop.

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Professional Pilot

MAY 13, 2024

Flying to Europe is well within reach for many executive jet types. Transatlantic routes While safety is still the primary concern for pilots, today’s challenges are not so much the vastness and weather on this ocean, but traffic density and regulatory compliance. Some need technical stops in between, while others can make it non-stop.

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Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 2, 2025

Corporate pilots flying private jets and cargo pilots with companies like FedEx or UPS also command strong compensation, often paired with robust benefits. Each flight brings variety: navigating shifting weather patterns, landing at new airports, or perfecting the art of a smooth touchdown.

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Air Facts

MAY 24, 2024

Centerline, centerline, centerline Air Facts Journal It was a beautiful May day as we grabbed the tow bar to pull the 1981 Cessna 182 out of the hangar. As we transitioned from Mobile to Pensacola Approach, I was able to grab the weather report at our final destination airport Destin Executive (KDTS). From left base, I turned final.

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Vintage Aviation News

JANUARY 12, 2025

Amelia Earhart’s Lockheed Vega during an engine runup at Wheeler Field, January 8, 1935 (Hawaii Aviation) On January 11, 1935, Earhart and her plane were ready for the flight, but the weather was not. At 4:45pm local time, Earhart gunned down the 6,000-foot field, carrying 500 gallons of fuel onboard.

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Gary's Flight Journal

JANUARY 12, 2024

I picked up the weather at GED and joined the downwind for runway two-two. I was number two following a Cessna but extended for a jet holding short. Rob, Carl, and I pushed 3 Tango Charlie in the hangar and got her up on jack stands. I try and play nice, besides it was a great day to be in the air.

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Professional Pilot

OCTOBER 10, 2024

In the final chapter of this 3-part series, we feature Jet Aviation DXB (Intl, Dubai, UAE) as the Best Middle East & African FBO winner, Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre HKG (Intl, Hong Kong) as the Best Asian FBO, Farnborough Airport FAB (Farnborough, England) as the top provider in Europe, and Phillips 66 Aviation as Best Fuel Brand.

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Vintage Aviation News

JUNE 2, 2024

We were lucky to miss most of the stormy weather that was around and were treated to a great show with some sometimes stunning backdrops to celebrate the 80th anniversary of D-Day. The Spitfire Mk.XIV’s already-weathered invasion stripes are shown to great effect as Brice Ohayen pulls his aircraft past the crowd.

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Professional Pilot

AUGUST 8, 2024

In this edition we’ll feature Galaxy FBO, Million Air, Texas Jet, and Bohlke International Aviation. The team built brand new hangars and a state-of-the-art terminal, presenting an impressive 7-acre ramp – the largest of its kind in the area for transient aircraft. Texas Jet FTW (Meacham, Fort Worth TX).

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Professional Pilot

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Indiana-based operator flies Bombardier Global 6500 for corporate missions, and offers charter services using Cirrus Vision Jets and Pilatus PC-12s NGXs. And with a larger aircraft, a new hangar is being built at the company’s FWA (Intl, Fort Wayne IN) base. “We We also bought several Cirrus SR20s and SR22s.”

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Professional Pilot

JULY 3, 2024

Climate Scientist T he pilots of the intercontinental business jet had just finished transmitting their position report from FL330 over the Philippine Sea when one noticed the contrails of a commercial jet approaching their position a few thousand feet above their altitude. Understanding turbulence can be key to a smooth flight.

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Plane and Pilot

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

The weather briefing we had reviewed a half hour earlier promised a 20-knot headwind that would require two fuel stops on the 130-mile trip from our home airport in Kennett, Missouri (KTKX), to Little Rock Air Force Base (KLRF) in Arkansas. Airport manager Sam Jewell agreed to purchase the damaged plane and set about fully restoring it.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 29, 2023

As a result, business jet operators have plenty of choices for service providers at the city’s airports. Le Bourget Airport Curfews Le Bourget is open 24 hours for arrivals, but jet engine departures from the apron are prohibited between 2215 and 0600 local. hours, depending on traffic conditions.

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Pilot Institute

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Different types of insurance policies include: hull, liability, combined single limit, and hangar. Logging more flight hours, maintaining a clean record, using a hangar, and joining aviation associations can lower the cost of insurance. These include damages caused by accidents, weather, vandalism, or other risks.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

For more information on operating to Argentina, visit our destination guides: Argentina Business Aviation Destination Guide As Argentinas bustling capital, Buenos Aires ranks among the regions top destinations for business jet travel, rivaled only by Brazils So Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. PPR, Slots, and Parking PPR and Slots are not required.

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Universal Weather

JULY 10, 2023

With that, I’m thrilled to announce that we have broadened our footprint once again – this time in the Caribbean through a new joint venture agreement with M Jet in Barbados at the picturesque Grantley Adams International Airport (TBPB). Plus, we’re the only FBO on the island open 24/7!

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Photographic Logbook

JUNE 15, 2024

Port Meadville Airport Seventy Seven Years Port Meadville Airport's gate leads directly onto a residential street, though one of the first houses had a hangar within which a J3 Cub waited for its next flight. Tragically, her instructor's Cessna Cardinal crashed after departing into severe weather from Cheyenne, Wyoming.

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Universal Weather

JULY 28, 2023

For more information on operating to Argentina, visit our destination guides: Argentina Business Aviation Destination Guide As Argentina’s bustling capital, Buenos Aires ranks among the region’s top destinations for business jet travel, rivaled only by Brazil’s São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. The airport sometimes has parking shortages.

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Universal Weather

JUNE 5, 2024

Given the event’s popularity and the prestige associated with the final match, a substantial number of business jets will likely travel to Barbados. TBPB Facilities Universal Aviation Barbados In 2023, Universal Aviation signed a joint venture with M Jet Barbados to elevate services at the airport.

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Professional Pilot

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Challenger 604, G-IV Contributing Writer I ts easy to become enamored of jets. Today, just 25 hours in a Piper Seneca or Seminole may be enough to secure the right seat of a turbojet-powered Canadair or Embraer regional jet. Even the classic turboprop legs of less than 45 minutes flying time have been replaced by jets.

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Professional Pilot

JANUARY 2, 2025

After an emergency landing at YZF (Yellowknife NT, Canada), the pilots found the fan blades were coated with what looked like rough cement, while the nose of the transcontinental business jet had been stripped of most of its paint. They knew then that they had encountered volcanic ash from the ongoing eruption of a volcano in Alaska.

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Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The first flight got weathered out, with broken clouds at 1,500 feet. It had undergone some repair work done after experiencing soot and smoke damage from a fire in a nearby hangar. This 172 had a flap extension speed of 85 knots, and my old Cessna 172’s limit was 100 mph, or 87 knots.

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Pilot's Life Blog

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Benefits of Flight Training in Scottsdale Ideal Weather Conditions Scottsdale boasts more than 330 sunny days each year, providing an excellent environment for uninterrupted flight training. This abundance of clear skies allows students to schedule lessons with confidence, minimizing weather-related cancellations.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 29, 2024

While hangars are available for transient business aircraft, space is limited, with availability on a first-come basis. FBOs and Hangarage While hangars are available for transient business aircraft, space is limited, with availability on a first-come basis. Weather Weather issues seldom impact operations at airports in Ireland.

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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Ataturk Airport (LTBA) Ataturk Airport is located near the city center of Istanbul and is the city’s only airport dedicated exclusively to private jets. Fees will apply regardless of whether the aircraft is parked inside or outside the hangar building. Hangar space is available. In 2019, the new Istanbul Airport (LTFM) opened.

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Inflight Pilot Training

JUNE 4, 2024

From chartering a private jet to purchasing fractional shares of an airplane to learning to fly yourself, there are many ways to enjoy this type of luxury travel. 1) Charter A Private Jet Chartering a private jet is one of the most popular ways to fly privately.

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Aerotime

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Elvis first jet: The Lisa Marie Convair 880 Elvis Presley purchased his first personal plane in 1975. It was a Convair 880 that had been flying for Delta Air Lines for 15 years as a passenger jet. Seeing a good opportunity, he bought an Aero Jet Commander on August 15, but it wasnt for the purposes of flying. million today.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 10, 2024

It’s a city teeming with history, culture, and economic vibrancy, making it a significant destination for business aviation, evidenced by the abundant flow of private jets and corporate aircraft each year. Business jets are not allowed to land or take off during 0700-0900LT. There are no parking restrictions at ZBAD.

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Universal Weather

JANUARY 2, 2024

Hangar parking is available but extremely expensive with prohibitive cancelation policies. Because of this, only hangar parking at LSZH is available, and it is extremely expensive. In some cases, if you’re operating a smaller business jet, you may be able to obtain last-minute parking at LSZH, so it’s worth making the request.

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Universal Weather

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

There are two primary airport options available for business jet operators who need to fly in for the event. There is a business jet hangar available at this airport, but prior arrangements are needed. All ground handling services and jet fuel can be arranged on credit at RJBB.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 23, 2024

The anticipated number of business jets that will be operating to London for the match is expected to create congestion at area airports and competition for services. For more details on operating to Northolt , read our Northolt Business Jet Destination Guide. 24-hour notice is required to arrange hangar space.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 10, 2024

24-hour notice is required to arrange hangar space. The hangar space at Northolt is large enough for one aircraft of 22-24MT type – Embraer 135, Challengers, and Falcon 900 or up to 3 x very small jets like PC24s, Mustangs, etc.

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Universal Weather

MARCH 7, 2023

In the event onboard CIQ is unavailable at YMML, Melbourne Jet Base has a dedicated and private onsite CIQ processing facility within their FBO. With over 85,000 sqm of apron and hangar space available, Melbourne Jet Base, located at YMML can provide ground handling services for aircraft up to an A380 during the Grand Prix time period.

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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. No hangar facilities available. No hangar space available; aircraft will be parked on the taxiway. Capacity for 175,000 gallons of Jet-A fuel.

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