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Brazil Reinstatement of Visa Requirements for U.S., Canadian & Australian Citizens/Crew
Effective April 10, 2025, U.S., Canadian, and Australian tourists will need a visa to enter Brazil. Crew members have been ... -
São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (SBGR) GAT: 2025 Business Aviation Guide
In 2019, a general aviation terminal (GAT) opened at São Paulo Guarulhos International Airport (SBGR). This terminal is owned and operated ... -
Rio Carnival 2025: Business Aviation Planning Guide
This year’s Rio Carnival runs February 28 - March 5. This will be a busier time than normal in Rio, ... -
G20 2024 Summit in Rio de Janeiro: Business Aviation Guide
With Rio's G20 Summit just weeks away (November 18-19, 2024), business aviation operators face significant operational challenges at SBGL. Get ... -
Tips for Flying a Business Jet to Sao Paulo, Brazil for the Eagles vs. Packers ...
Attending the Eagles vs. Packers NFL game in Sao Paulo, Brazil? Expert advice on which airport to choose, where to ... -
Brazil Changes Nav Fee & Permit Rules
Recently, Brazil has changed how the country calculates navigation fees for Part 121/129 operators and permit rules for charter operators. ... -
Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (LABACE) 2023: Business Aviation Guide
The annual Latin American Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (LABACE) takes place Aug. 8-10, 2023 at Congonhas (SBSP). Higher than normal ... -
Operating a business jet to the Brazilian presidential inauguration
On Jan. 1, 2023, Brazil will inaugurate its President-elect. We anticipate heavy business aviation traffic to Brazil for this event, ... -
Chairman’s Note* Universal in Latin America – Expanding Our Presence
If you haven’t already read it, I encourage you to check out this AIN article from LABACE, featuring an interview ... -
Top Destinations for Brazil – Part 2: Parking, CIQ and Services
At many airports in Brazil it can be difficult obtaining aircraft parking and, in some cases, you may need to ... -
Top Destinations for Brazil – Part 1: Airport Considerations
This is a post by author Adonis Bastos. Adonis is the Flight Coordinator at Universal Aviation Brazil, which has aircraft ... -
UPDATE: Procedural Changes for Customs at Sao Paulo (SBGR) – Part 3: Operating Considerations
Apart for new gen dec requirements and procedural changes for customs at Sao Paulo Guarulhos (SBGR), the operating environment has ... -
UPDATE: Procedural Changes for Customs at Sao Paulo (SBGR) – Part 2: Gen Decs & ...
Sao Paulo Guarulhos (SBGR) has enhanced and expanded gen dec reporting and customs clearance procedural requirements. As these requirements are ... -
UPDATE: Procedural Changes for Customs at Sao Paulo (SBGR) – Part 1: New Requirements
There have been recent customs clearance procedural changes implemented at Sao Paulo Guarulhos (SBGR). These changes impact General Aviation (GA) ... -
Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: Cabotage in Brazil
Cabotage is generally not an issue in Brazil for General Aviation (GA); however, Brazilian cabotage regulations are not clear and ... -
Brazilian Flavor Influences – Part 2: Regional Cuisine for In-flight Catering
While certain national cuisines are available throughout Brazil, each region has its own feature dishes and flavor profiles. Work with ... -
Brazilian Flavor Influences – Part 1: In-Flight Catering Options and Tips
Brazilian dishes have made their way into menus and cuisine options throughout the world. Many of these iconic dishes, and ... -
Worldwide Ops Tips for Brazilian-based Operators
Brazilian-based business aviation operators have a number of considerations to keep in mind when operating internationally. Successful, trouble-free, international operations ... -
7 Tips for Flight Crews Visiting Brazil
After all your pre-trip planning is done and you’ve landed in Brazil, you’ll find our local area and culture a ... -
11 Essential Tips for Flight Planning in Brazil
For business-aircraft operators, the flight-planning process in Brazil can be complex. Requirements for complying with changing NOTAMS and for completing ... -
8 FAQs on Flight Permits and PPRs in Brazil
This is a post by author Andre Camargo. Andre is Country Manager for Universal Aviation Brazil which has aircraft ground ... -
4 Must Knows about Requesting Airport Slots in Brazil
The airport-slot process in Brazil has unique elements, and it’s important to understand how the system works when planning business-aviation ...
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