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    Greg Linton

    Greg Linton

    Greg Linton worked with Universal until December 2018.. He’s known as an expert on operations around the globe, particularly to Europe, Africa and China. Since joining Universal in 2000, Greg has facilitated more than 9,100 trip legs. He has represented Universal at numerous industry tradeshows and conventions including the European Business Aviation Association Conference & Exhibition and the National Business Aviation Association Conference. Greg has also been interviewed for and contributed articles to many industry publications. Prior to joining Universal, Greg served as an aircraft maintenance administration supervisor in the United States Marine Corps. Greg holds a bachelor’s degree in aviation management.

    • 3
      Dec

      Operating a business jet to MEBAA? Here’s what you need to know

      High-Traffic Events
      By Greg Linton
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      The Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) airshow is the leading business aviation exhibition in the Middle East for business ...
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    • BizAv Trip Planning: EBACE 2016 in Geneva – Part 2: Permits & Slots
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      May

      How to operate a business jet to EBACE in Geneva

      High-Traffic Events
      By Greg Linton
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      Charter operators need to consider permit lead times as this may complicate short notice trips to Geneva (LSGG)—especially during the ...
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    • Operating Requirements: Part 4 – Best Practice Tips
      6
      Dec

      Operating Requirements: Part 4 – Best Practice Tips

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      An international check list is always an effective tool when planning an international trip. Ensure you have all required overflight ...
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    • Operating Requirements: Part 3 – Particular Restrictions
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      Nov

      Operating Requirements: Part 3 – Particular Restrictions

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      It’s always important to do your due diligence in terms of pre-trip planning. Consequences of missing a procedural step or ...
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    • Operating Requirements: Part 2 – Unique Procedures
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      Nov

      Operating Requirements: Part 2 – Unique Procedures

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      Many unique operating requirements, here and there around the world, are location specific while others depend on the type of ...
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    • Operating Requirements: Part 1 – Unique Airport and Country Considerations
      15
      Nov

      Operating Requirements: Part 1 – Unique Airport and Country Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      Business aviation remains the best way to move around the world. There are, however, a myriad of assorted operating requirements ...
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    • Tips for Selecting a Business Aviation Tech Stop – Part 2: Permits, Airport Slots & PPRs
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      Feb

      Tips for Selecting a Business Aviation Tech Stop – Part 2: Permits, Airport Slots & ...

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      When planning international tech stops issues such as permits, airport slots, prior permissions required (PPRs), visa requirements and customs, immigration, ...
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    • Tips for Selecting a Business Aviation Tech Stop – Part 1: Key Considerations
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      Feb

      Tips for Selecting a Business Aviation Tech Stop – Part 1: Key Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      Choosing the best tech stops for your long-haul international trip is always an important planning item. Considerations include route of ...
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    • Ground Operations at Remote General Aviation Destinations – Part 3: Special Considerations
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      Oct

      Ground Operations at Remote General Aviation Destinations – Part 3: Special Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
      335
      0
      When planning a mission in your business aircraft to a remote destination, additional steps need to be taken. Always consider ...
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    • Ground Operations at Remote General Aviation Destinations – Part 2: Services and Credit
      19
      Oct

      Ground Operations at Remote General Aviation Destinations – Part 2: Services and Credit

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      When operating your business aircraft to a remote location, there will likely be cases where you will be handled by ...
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    • Ground Operations at Remote General Aviation Destinations – Part 1: Airport Considerations
      12
      Oct

      Ground Operations at Remote General Aviation Destinations – Part 1: Airport Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      Additional considerations are needed when operating to remote international locations and airports not frequented by general aviation (GA). For many ...
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    • BizAv Trip Planning: EBACE 2016 in Geneva – Part 1: Airport Options
      27
      Apr

      BizAv Trip Planning: EBACE 2016 in Geneva – Part 1: Airport Options

      Archive
      By Greg Linton
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      EBACE 2016 runs May 24-26 at Geneva (LSGG), and this is a location that’s becoming more and more congested with ...
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    • Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Requirements: Part 2 of 2 – Planning Tips
      3
      Feb

      Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Requirements: Part 2 of 2 – Planning Tips

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      It’s important for business aircraft operators to assess support equipment and services needs at each international destination. In some cases, ...
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    • Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Requirements: Part 1of 2 – Top Considerations
      27
      Jan

      Aircraft Ground Support Equipment Requirements: Part 1of 2 – Top Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      Aircraft support equipment and supply considerations for destination airports are important pre-trip planning issues. Particularly when operating to remote or ...
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    • Hazmat Flights: How-to for Business Aviation Operations
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      Nov

      Hazmat Flights: How-to for Business Aviation Operations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      “Hazmat” is anything capable of posing significant risk to health/safety when transported. Hazmat materials may be biological, chemical, or physical. ...
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    • 12 Ways Your BizAv Trip Can Go Wrong – Part 2
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      Nov

      12 Ways Your BizAv Trip Can Go Wrong – Part 2

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
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      Last week, we discussed six out of 12 critical areas where a bizav trip can go wrong . Many of ...
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    • 12 Ways Your Bizav Trip Can Go Wrong – Part 1
      19
      Oct

      12 Ways Your Bizav Trip Can Go Wrong – Part 1

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
      365
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      While most international operations go smoothly, there's always potential from time to time for things to go sideways. One or ...
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    • Private Jet Ops to the U.S.: Part 2 – Procedural Considerations
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      Jun

      Private Jet Ops to the U.S.: Part 2 – Procedural Considerations

      Destinations
      By Greg Linton
      478
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      When conducting operations to the U.S. in a non-U.S.-registered business aircraft, it’s always important to consider any local restrictions and/or ...
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