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UPDATE: Cuban Ops – What BizAv Operators Need to Know
Effective July 22, 2015, a final rule issued by the Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) removed ... -
Business Jet Ops to Kenya: Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine
Kenya is generally a straightforward business aircraft operating environment from the perspective of Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) clearance and ... -
Business Aircraft Ops Planning: Rugby World Cup 2015 (UK)
The Rugby World Cup takes place once every four years, and this time it’s in the UK. This year, the ... -
In-flight Catering and Desserts Onboard: Preparation Aloft
Last week, I covered selecting the right dessert. Now let’s talk about in-flight preparation. It’s very important to first be ... -
North Atlantic Ops – Trial Implementation of Reduced Lateral Separation Minimum
Evolution in aircraft avionics and air traffic flight data processing has driven an initiative to reduce current lateral separation minima ... -
Business Jet Ops to Kenya: Aviation Fuel, Security, & Other Ground Services
Obtaining fuel at larger airports in Kenya, for either tech or destination stops, is usually a smooth and efficient process ... -
In-flight Catering and Desserts Onboard: Maximizing the Passenger Experience
Choosing just the right dessert can help take the passenger flight experience to the next level. Keep in mind, however, ... -
Business Jet Ops to Kenya: Ground Handling
When you conduct business aircraft operations to Kenya, it’s best to make ground handling arrangements well in advance. While larger ... -
Crosswinds and Their Effect on Flight – Part Two: Approach/Departure Impact
Last week, we discussed the enroute impacts of crosswinds. Today, we’ll discuss impacts on the other side of the trip: ... -
Hong Kong Parking & Slot Restrictions – Part 2: Parking & Services
It’s becoming more and more difficult for business aircraft operators to secure long-term (anything beyond two days) parking at Hong ... -
Business Jet Ops to Kenya: Airport Overview
In comparison to many international destinations, Kenya is a very welcoming General Aviation (GA) operating environment without many onerous pre-planning ... -
Crosswinds and Their Effect on Flight – Part One: Enroute Impacts
Crosswinds are winds that come at an angle to your aircraft in flight and on approach/takeoff, and they can impact ... -
Overview of Airport Collaborative Decision Making (ACDM) in Italy
Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) is a system developed by Eurocontrol and the European Union (EU) to improve operational efficiency ... -
Hong Kong Parking & Slot Restrictions – Part 1: VHHH Requirements & Airport Slots
Aircraft parking and airport slot issues have intensified at Hong Kong (VHHH) over recent years, and the situation continues to ... -
Business Aircraft Ops in the Philippines – CIQ and Security
For most airports in the Philippines, other than at Manila (RPLL), business aircraft crew members and passengers will clear Customs, ... -
Turkey Overflight Permit Changes – Part 2: Processing Permit Exemptions
Even if you do not currently have an overflight of Turkey planned, it’s a good idea to apply for this ... -
SENEAM Fees for Travel to or over Mexico – Part 2: Dealing with a SENEAM ...
When applying for a Mexican permit, you will not be notified of any outstanding Servicios a la Navegacion en el ... -
Business Aircraft Ops in the Philippines – Top Considerations
Unique considerations exist for business aircraft operations to the Philippines, and it’s important to plan on sufficient permit lead time. ... -
Turkey Overflight Permit Changes – Part 1: Good News for Bizav
Requirements for Turkey overflights eased significantly on April 2, 2015 – at least for most general aviation operators. As a ... -
SENEAM Fees for Travel to or over Mexico – Part 1: Calculating Fees & Managing ...
Servicios a la Navegacion en el Espacio Aereo Mexicano (SENEAM) fees are incurred when operating within Mexican airspace and when ... -
FAA’s Data Comm Program: Overview and Effects for Operators
The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) Data Comm program will change how operators receive flight plans and, to a certain extent, ... -
UPDATE: CIQ Services Now Available at Van Nuys (KVNY)
After a hiatus of almost 14 years, Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) services have been reinstated at Van Nuys (KVNY). ...
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