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. Slots are not required.

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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. Slots are not required.

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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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Pilot Institute

APRIL 24, 2024

The fast jets and faster-talking controllers can be intimidating. Pilots must meet equipment and certification requirements and have ATC clearance to enter. These simpler classes cannot handle major international airports’ constant high-speed jet traffic. Your IFR clearance authorizes you to fly your planned route.

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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. With the jet set descending on the Catalonia region, there will be 72 hours of non-stop entertainment. You can read more in our Barcelona Business Aviation Destination Guide.

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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. Here’s everything you need to know about operating a business jet to London-Stansted Airport.

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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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Fear of Landing

MAY 30, 2025

not the accident aircraft) The Cessna Citation 560, also known as the Citation V, is a light corporate jet for seven to eight passengers with twin engines and a range of about 1,700 nautical miles. Unlike larger business jets, the Citation 560 requires only one qualified pilot. It became clear that the person was incapacitated.

Cockpit

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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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. We refuelled with fresh Jet A1, and took taxis to a cute hotel. For me it was a bit weird not having to prepare and execute all things, but having to operate in a crew, in a team.

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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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Plane and Pilot

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The plan was to shoot an instrument landing system (ILS) at the military airport next door, but clearance delivery told us they were landing the other direction. Having researched the topic professionally, the real question for general aviation is not whether the approach should be stable, but how long the approach should be stable?

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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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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.

General Aviation

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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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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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

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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Air Facts

OCTOBER 25, 2024

As MTH is non-towered, we intended to get our IFR clearance in the air after departing and heading south. But ATC was very helpful and gave us our IFR clearance quickly and we were on our way without even a glimpse of an F-16. No taxiway so we back taxi to the General Aviation ramp. ADIZ”, like right away!

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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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iPad Pilot News

MARCH 27, 2025

AvioFuel is primarily designed for turboprop and jet aircraft. Bombardier Aerospace This collection of apps provides eLearning, operating procedures and maintenance utilities for operators of Bombardier jet airplanes. AvioFuel makes it easy for pilots to calculate how much fuel to add during refueling operations.

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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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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.

Wide-Body Aircraft

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 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.

Fixed Base Operator

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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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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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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Pilot Institute

APRIL 26, 2024

Practice requesting and receiving clearances. Before you request your first clearance, follow these inflight tips. Be Ready to Receive the Clearance After you have requested a clearance from ATC, ensure you are ready to receive it. First, be mentally prepared for the clearance. What you want/where you are going.

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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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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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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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Universal Weather

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

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.

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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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