Press Releases
2018
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April 2, 2018Rome Ciampino, Italy – Universal Aviation Italy officially inaugurated the complete renovation of its ground support facilities in Rome Ciampino Airport (LIRA) during a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by clients, partners, and airport officials.Universal Aviation is the ground...
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Universal and GAK Korea announce co-branded UVair fuel and services card
March 21, 2018Houston – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. and Global A.K.Co. Ltd (GAK Korea) announced the launch of a new co-branded UVair fuel and services card. The new card leverages the strengths of both organizations to offer GAK Korea clients preferred...
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Universal Aviation Singapore earns IS-BAH accreditation
Five more Universal Aviation locations slated for IS-BAH accreditation in next year January 30, 2018Singapore – Universal Aviation Singapore, based at Seletar Airport (WSSL) has earned accreditation under the International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) program.Universal Aviation Singapore joins...
2017
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Universal Aviation Aruba to no longer operate General Aviation Terminal
Company to work closely with authorities to ease transition to new operator December 30, 2017HOUSTON – Universal Aviation Aruba announced that it has decided not to submit a request for proposal to renew its lease to operate the General Aviation Terminal...
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Universal Aviation Mexico breaks ground on its fifth hangar at MMTO
New 50,000 sq. ft. hangar will be completed by June 2018 December 13, 2017TOLUCA, MEXICO – Universal Aviation Mexico, a joint venture between Avemex, and Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. to provide ground support throughout Mexico, officially broke ground on a...
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November 15, 2017Hong Kong (Nov. 15, 2017) – Universal Aviation, the worldwide ground support division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., was voted by members of the Asian Business Aviation Association (AsBAA) as Asia’s best ground handling agent/FBO. The award...
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Universal Private Transport doubles reach in first year
Global ground transportation provider now available at 900+ airports October 4, 2017Las Vegas (Oct. 4, 2017) – Since its launch at NBAA2016, Universal Private Transport, the global ground transportation service joint venture of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. with its...
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Universal launches World Cup 2018 planning website; Will have Russian experts available at NBAA2017
October 4, 2017Las Vegas (Oct. 4, 2017) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (exhibit # C10431) has launched a 2018 Russia World Cup planning website (www.universalweather.com/russia2018) and will have experts from Universal Aviation Russia available at NBAA2017 to help discuss...
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Universal Aviation UK now IS-BAH accredited
August 15, 2017London (Aug.15, 2017) – Universal Aviation UK, based at London-Stansted International Airport (EGSS) has passed an International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH) audit and is now an official IS-BAH accredited location. Universal Aviation, the ground support division...
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Business Aircraft Operators Should Start Planning for 2018 Winter Games
August 3, 2017Houston (Aug. 3, 2017) – Due to the anticipated high-demand on ground services during the 2018 Winter Games, Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. recommends that general aviation operators attending this event should begin planning for parking, airport services...
Universal expands uvGO platform with new iPhone App
Demos are available at EBACE 2017 May 16, 2017GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. announced at EBACE 2017 that it has developed an iPhone version of uvGO, its beginning-to-end mission management platform that allows users to plan, build and...
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Universal Aviation ground support network expands to Maldives
April 10, 2017Shanghai (April 10, 2017) – Universal Aviation, the ground handling division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (exhibit #H210), announced at ABACE2017 that it will expand its presence in the Asia-Pacific region, with the addition of Universal Aviation...
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Universal Aviation Thailand to provide customer service & ramp training to Koh Samui Airport
April 9, 2017Shanghai (April 9, 2017) – Universal Aviation Thailand, announced that it has entered into an agreement to provide customer service and ramp safety training to PGGS, the dedicated ground handler for Koh Samui International Airport (VTSM).“One of the...
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Sarah Kalmeta joins Universal as Regional Operations Director, Asia-Pacific
April 9, 2017Shanghai (April 9, 2017) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (Exhibit #H210) announced that it has hired Sarah Kalmeta to serve as the company’s Regional Operations Director for the Asia-Pacific region. Kalmeta, who will be based in Hong...
2016
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Universal selects AviationManuals as preferred SMS provider
ARC, AviationManuals Safety Management System (SMS) software available via uvGO October 30, 2016Orlando, Fla. (Oct. 30, 2016) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. has selected AviationManuals as its preferred Safety Management System (SMS) provider for its clients.AviationManuals SMS software, known...
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October 30, 2016Orlando, Fla. (Oct. 30, 2016) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. has formed a new global ground transportation service joint venture, Universal Private Transport, with its long-time security partner FAM International. An independent company, Universal Private Transport, combines...
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Universal Aviation ground support network continues to expand: Opens Dominican Republic location
October 30, 2016Houston, TX (Oct. 30, 2016) – Universal Aviation, the worldwide ground support division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (exhibit #2611), announced the continued expansion of its global network with the opening of Universal Aviation Dominican Republic at...
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Business aviation veteran Tim Maystrik joins Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc.
June 1, 2016Houston (June 1, 2016) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. announced that business aviation and trip support services industry veteran Tim Maystrik has joined the company as Senior Vice President, Business Development.Before joining Universal®, Maystrik’s previous experience included...
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Universal Aviation providing dedicated supervisory ground support at Russian Grand Prix
Business aviation operators to face challenging operating environment in Sochi April 15, 2016Sochi, Russia (April 15, 2016) – Universal Aviation will have dedicated supervisory ground handling agent on the ground in Sochi, Russia before and after the 2016 Russian Grand...
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Universal recommends operators begin pre-planning now for 2016 Brazil Summer Games
Resource center developed to help navigate challenging operating environment April 11, 2016Shanghai (April 11, 2016) – Due to the anticipated high-demand on ground services (including aircraft parking, hotels, and more), Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (exhibit #H317) is recommending operators...
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Universal gives clients more do-it-yourself flexibility, launches uvGO online
Online version of uvGO provides same functionality of iPad app April 11, 2016Shanghai (April 11, 2016) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. has launched uvGO online, a new way to access uvGO, which allows operators to easily plan, build, and...
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Universal Aviation Mexico completes multi-million renovation of FBO in Toluca
March 3, 2016TOLUCA, MEXICO (March 3, 2016) – Universal Aviation Mexico, a joint venture between Avemex and Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. to provide ground support throughout Mexico, announced the completion of a multi-million renovation of their co-branded FBO at...
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Universal Aviation announces global certification program for ground handlers
January 20, 2016HOUSTON (Jan. 20, 2016) – Universal Aviation, the ground support division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., announced a new global certification program designed to recognize and distinguish ground handlers around the world which have proven to meet...
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Air Culinaire Worldwide announces asset purchase of SkyTop Aircraft Catering
January 6, 2016White Plains, NY (Jan. 6, 2016) – Air Culinaire Worldwide announced today the asset purchase of a state-of-the-art in-flight catering facility, increasing capacity and coverage in the New York / New Jersey region. The new facility will allow...
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Air Culinaire Worldwide opens new culinary facility in San Francisco with a French flair
January 5, 2016San Francisco (Jan. 5, 2016) – Air Culinaire Worldwide announced today the opening of a new 5,000-square-foot in-flight catering facility in San Francisco. The facility, located directly across from San Francisco International Airport (KSFO / SFO) in south...
2015
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Universal launches uvGO, complete trip management via iPad
November 16, 2015LAS VEGAS, NV (Nov. 16, 2015) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. today announced uvGO, a new way for business aircraft operators to easily plan, build, and manage successful missions worldwide—from beginning to end. Available as a native...
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Universal now offering unlimited datalink for any aircraft, anywhere via alliance with Satcom Direct
Bundled with online flight planning, accessible through uvGO November 16, 2015LAS VEGAS (Nov. 16, 2015) – At NBAA2015, Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. announced that it is now offering unlimited, fixed-rate SATCOM and SITA VHF ACARS datalink subscriptions for any...
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Air Culinaire Worldwide launches first crowdsourced in-flight catering menu
November 14, 2015Tampa, Florida (November 9, 2015) – Air Culinaire Worldwide announced today that it has officially launched the first crowdsourced in-flight catering menu in the business aviation industry. The menu includes items and concepts based on direct input from...
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Universal Aviation adds people and locations in Thailand & Hong Kong
Continues expansion and enhancement of support throughout Asia-Pacific region November 14, 2015Houston, TX (Nov. 14, 2015) – Universal Aviation, the ground support division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (exhibit #C10429), announced that it has expanded its presence in the...
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BizAv Ops Update: Plan for the 2015 Rugby World Cup now, says Universal Aviation UK
September 4, 2015Stansted, UK (Sept. 4, 2015) – Universal Aviation UK – London-Stansted (EGSS) is recommending business aircraft operators planning to attend the Rugby World Cup 2015 United Kingdom begin developing an operating strategy as soon as possible. The Rugby...
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High Aircraft Traffic Expected for COPA America 2015 in Chile
Universal urges bizjet operators to plan now May 20, 2015Houston (May 20, 2015) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. is recommending that business jet operators planning to be in Chile during the COPA 2015 period (June 11 – July 4,...
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Universal Aviation Expands in Africa
with supervisory bizjet ground handling in Morocco & Ethiopia May 17, 2015Geneva (May 17, 2015) – Universal Aviation, the ground support division for Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (Exhibit #W073), announced at EBACE2015 that it has added new dedicated resources...
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Air Culinaire Worldwide Plans New In-flight Catering Facility in Paris
May 17, 2015Paris (May 17, 2015) – At EBACE 2015, Air Culinaire Worldwide (Exhibit #W073) announced plans to begin construction of a new in-flight catering facility located at Paris-Le Bourget Airport (ICAO). The new 800-square-metre facility (slated to open in...
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Air Culinaire Worldwide Expands Global Network Team to Provide Specialized Service
May 17, 2015Tampa, Florida (May 17, 2015) – Air Culinaire Worldwide has expanded its global vendor sourcing team to support the growth of the company’s network of catering partners. The global in-flight catering network currently stands at more than 1,000...
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Limited Aircraft Parking Available for 2016 World Economic Forum Annual Meeting
Universal urges business jet operators to plan now April 23, 2015Houston (April 23, 2015) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. is urging operators of business aircraft planning to be in and around the Davos-Klosters, Switzerland area during the 2016 World...
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Universal Announces Strategic Partnership with NetJets China
Hong Kong-based trip support office to support NetJets China's Asia Fleet April 14, 2015Shanghai (April 14, 2015) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (Exhibit #H325), announced at ABACE2015 that it has agreed to a strategic partnership with NetJets Business Aviation...
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Universal Aviation Expands Ground Support Network with FBO in Philippines
Agrees to joint venture with Asian Aerospace Corporation April 11, 2015Shanghai (April 11, 2015) – Universal Aviation, the ground handling division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. (Exhibit #H325), announced at ABACE2015 that it will expand its presence in the...
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April 7, 2015Paris (April 7, 2015) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. is informing business aircraft operators planning to travel to southern France in May to begin planning immediately, if they haven’t already, and to be prepared for operational challenges...
2014
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Universal Aviation and Le Castellet Airport Reach Agreement to Co-brand FBO
May 20, 2014Geneva (May 20, 2014) – Universal Aviation (exhibit # 6534) and Le Castellet Airport (LFMQ) announced at EBACE 2014 in Geneva that the airport’s FBO will become a co-branded member of the Universal Aviationsm ground support network. Under...
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Universal Aviation Cuts Ribbon on Next Chapter of Paris Presence
April 30, 2014Paris (April 30, 2014) – Universal Aviation Paris, located at Le Bourget Airport (LFPB), today officially inaugurated its updated FBO at a ribbon-cutting celebration attended by clients, airport officials, and media. Universal Aviation is the ground support division...
Issues continue to occur, from time to time, with general aviation (GA) passengers arriving without visas or with incorrect visas. Every month we’re aware of passengers arriving in the U.S. with Electronic System for Travel Authorizations (ESTAs) aboard GA aircraft that are not Visa... 
Don't assume that because you've filed eAPIS, that U.S. Customs need not be notified of your international arrival. All operators to the U.S. must pre-notify CBP at their intended port of entry. As pre-notification procedures differ from port to port it's always best practice to research particular customs, immigration, and.. 
This business aviation blog post continues from our article last week, entitled: “Permits & Slot Flexibility Worldwide – Part 1: Permit Considerations.” Many airports around the world mandate operators to obtain airport slots. Some airports are more challenging than others in terms of obtaining and managing airport slots. In some cases, there are particular slot 
Operating restrictions and potential delays at Lisbon (LPPT)include peak hours of scheduled commercial activity and night time noise restrictions. For example, if you’re planning a landing after midnight be mindful that you’ll not be permitted to use thrust reversers. Also, airport slots... 