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Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Brisbane G20 Leaders’ Summit
Brisbane, Australia is host city for the G20 Leaders’ Summit in 2014. The Summit will be held November 15 and ... -
ESTA and VWP for Business Aircraft Travel to the U.S.: Tips and Best Practice
Avoiding the need for passengers to obtain visas for travel to the U.S. when possible is a significant benefit for ... -
Business Aviation in Vietnam – Part 2: CIQ, Documentation, and Ground Services
For business aircraft operators with missions to Vietnam, it’s important to coordinate visa and Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) arrangements ... -
Weather Pressure Systems and Business Aviation
Atmospheric pressure is the force per unit area exerted on the surface by the weight of air above that surface. ... -
Business Aviation in Vietnam: Part 1 – Operational Tips
Vietnam is attracting an increasing number of business- and tourism-related General Aviation (GA) movements – primarily to three or four ... -
United Arab Emirates (UAE) Landing and Overflight Permit Requirements
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is probably the easiest and least restrictive region in the Middle East in terms of ... -
Business Aircraft Operation to Fiji – Basic Information for Operators
With advance preparation business aircraft operations to Fiji tend to go very smoothly. It’s important, however, to be very clear ... -
Completing Your Flight Department: The Importance of a Third Crewmember
Surprisingly we are still having discussions about the importance of a third crewmember on large cabin aircraft. Perhaps we ... -
Last-Minute Trip Changes: Knowing Your Options
In the business aviation world, last-minute schedule changes are many times inevitable. While schedule revisions can be more challenging in ... -
Last Minute Trip Changes: How They Can Affect Your Business Aviation Trip
When considering last-minute schedule changes, be aware of limitations and/or downstream consequences with your arrangements. Before submitting change requests, know ... -
Business Aircraft Operations to Tianjin, China: Part 2 – Permits, Visas and CIQ
Tianjin (ZBTJ), the preferred general aviation alternate for Beijing (ZBAA), is a straightforward destination in terms of airport access and ... -
Understanding African Overflight and Landing Permits: Part 2 – Lead Times, Documentation, and Cautions
When operating to Africa, best practice is to confirm lead times, documentation, and other requirements prior to any operation. A ... -
Business Aviation Ops to St. Petersburg: Part 2 – Aircraft Parking, Services, and Security
Should you desire special services upon arrival into Russia, such as on-board customs, immigration, and quarantine clearance and vehicle access ... -
UPDATE: Aruba Pre-Clearance – Now a Reality for General Aviation
In mid-March 2014, preclearance of General Aviation (GA) began at Aruba (TNCA). This will be the second location worldwide with ... -
Business Aircraft Operations to Tianjin, China: Part 1 – Airport Basics
Tianjin (ZBTJ) is the preferred alternate airport for Beijing (ZBAA). It’s a good place to reposition if you require longer-term ... -
Understanding African Overflight and Landing Permits: Part 1 – Top 6 Challenging Destinations
The African continent is experiencing a steady increase in business aviation. Business aircraft operators, however, still face challenges in terms ... -
Business Aviation Ops to St. Petersburg: Part 1 – Airport and CIQ
St. Petersburg (ULLI) is the only airport available for business aviation operations to St. Petersburg. While this is not a ... -
BizAv Tips for World Events and Holidays: Hotel Accommodations
Preferred hotel accommodations can be particularly difficult to secure and revise during busy event and holiday periods around the world. ... -
Operating Tips for Travel to Venezuela – Local Area, Culture and Hotels
When operating to Venezuela confirm that you have all required documentation and be aware of currency control restrictions. Personal safety ... -
International Standard Atmosphere: How It Affects Flight – Understanding the Basics
International Standard Atmosphere (ISA) is a model used for the standardization of aircraft instruments. It was established, with tables of ... -
Business Aviation in Venezuela Series: Landing Permits, Overflights, and Special Permits
Venezuela did away with landing permit requirements for many business aircraft operations staying less than 72 hours in the ... -
EASA Announces TCO Authorization – New Requirements for Business Aviation
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has announced Third-Country Operator (TCO) authorization requirements for all non-European Union (EU)-registered commercial operators ...