Tag: asia
How Cabotage Regulations May Impact Your Flight
Cabotage is the transport of goods or passengers between two points in the same country by an aircraft registered in another country. The application of this regulation varies from country to country and changes from time to time. Penalties for cabotage violations range from fines, to payment of all applicable duties and taxes, to seizure [...]
Aviation Fueling in the Far East: Understanding Fuel Taxes
This aviation blog post is the second part in a series on aviation fueling in the Far East and continues from our last post “Aviation Fueling in the Far East: 4 Things Business Aviation Operators Should Know“. Aviation fuel tax rates in the Far East are generally not as high as they are in other [...]
Aviation Fueling in the Far East: 4 Things Business Aviation Operators Should Know
This aviation blog post is the first part of a series on aviation fueling in the Far East. Aviation fuel uplifts in the Far East often require additional planning. Each country within the region is unique in terms of aviation fueling issues, fuel tax and tax exemptions. You’ll encounter a multitude of differently formatted fuel [...]
ABACE2012 Special: Planning a Business Aviation Trip to China
Over the past two months since we first started this business aviation blog, we’ve released a number of articles covering business aviation operations to, from and within China. With the 2012 Asian Business Aviation Conference & Exhibition (ABACE) taking place next week, which is jointly sponsored by the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) and the [...]
Which Airport to Pick in Tokyo for Bizav Flights: Customs, Documentation and Services (Part 2 of 2)
This aviation blog post is the second part of a series on selecting airports in Tokyo for business aviation flights and continues from our previous post covering a review of Tokyo airport options, requirements and costs. Customs clearance is straight-forward at both Tokyo airports, and a new business aviation clearance option debuts at Narita, Japan [...]
Which Airport to Pick in Tokyo for Bizav Flights: Overview of Options, Requirements and Costs (Part 1 of 2)
This aviation blog post is the first part of a series on selecting airports in Tokyo for business aviation flights. With the new general aviation terminal (GAT) opening in Narita, Japan (RJAA) on March 31, 2012, choices in Tokyo have never been better for business aviation operators. Airport slots are easier to obtain than just [...]
Navigating Local Culture in India: 6 Tips for Your First Business Aviation Trip
This aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to India and continues from our last post “7 Things to Pay Attention to When Arranging Auxiliary Services in India.” India is a country with an ancient and dynamic history and a culture spanning back to the beginning of human civilization. With a population [...]
Navigating Local Culture in China: 6 Tips for Your First Business Aviation Trip
This aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to China and continues from our last post “9 Important Tips for Flight Planning into China.” China is a welcoming and safe operating environment for flight crews and passengers. Hotel quality at major centers is excellent. In outlying areas, however, hotel choices will be [...]
7 Things to Pay Attention to When Arranging Auxiliary Services in India
This aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to India and continues from our last post “What You Need to Know About Ground Handling and Aircraft Fueling in India“. For business-aviation operators, airports in India are generally safe, with very strict security procedures in place. Nonetheless, this is an area of the [...]
9 Important Tips for Flight Planning into China
This blog post is part of a series on operating to China and continues from our last post “13 Things to Know About Overflight and Landing Permits in China“. While China continues to evolve into a more flexible operating environment, there remain a number of flight planning limitations, restrictions and weather issues to keep in [...]
Ground Handling and Aircraft Fueling in India: What You Need to Know
This business aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to India and continues from our last post entitled: 10 Tips for Navigating India’s Permits, PPRs and Slots. While ground handling and aircraft fuel services in India continue to improve, due to a lack of infrastructure, the country still poses some operational challenges. [...]
13 Things to Know About Overflight and Landing Permits in China
This business aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to China and continues from our last post entitled: Flight Ops to China: Tips for Arranging Security, Ground Transport and In-flight Catering. Operating permits for China vary in complexity and lead time. However, they have become more streamlined within the past few years. [...]
10 Tips for Navigating India’s Permits, PPRs and Slots
This business aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to India and continues from our last post titled: 5 Guidelines for Flight-Planning Your Way Through India. While the permit process for India can be lengthy and complex at times, the good news is that this region is evolving as an important, business [...]
Flight Ops to China: Tips for Arranging Security, Ground Transport and In-flight Catering
This business aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to China and continues from our last post entitled: 8 Tips for Aircraft Ground Handling and Fueling in China. When operating to China, there are important considerations to keep in mind regarding security, ground transportation and in-flight catering services. To ensure a successful [...]
5 Guidelines for Flight-Planning Your Way Through India
This business aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to India and continues from our last post titled: 10 Key Pre-Trip Airport Operations Considerations for India. Once your permits for India are approved, you can expect a reasonable window for departure delays, but not for an earlier arrival or departure. Remember that [...]
8 Tips for Aircraft Ground Handling and Fueling in China
Ground handling and aviation fuel services in China are generally of a very high standard, particularly at major destinations. With steady increases of business aviation activity to China and a growing locally based fleet, investments have been made recently in support infrastructure, and aviation fuel credit can be arranged across the country…
10 Key Pre-Trip Airport Operations Considerations for India
This business aviation blog post is the first part in a series on operating to India. Airports in India continue to improve for the business aviation user. Public-private partnerships are now considering developing current and future airfields throughout India over the coming years, and this bodes well for General Aviation (GA). There are close to [...]
10 Must-Knows About Airport Operations and Customs When Flying into China
While China is a different operating environment than North America or Europe – in terms of airport ops, FBOs and clearing CIQ – operators seldom experience problems. Your service provider, and local handler, can help you ensure a timely and smooth process. Take the time to research your particular destinations as airport and CIQ procedures can vary airport to airport.
4 Airport Slots and PPRs to Pay Attention to in Asia
This aviation blog post is part of a series on airway and airport slots. Procedures for obtaining airport slots and Prior Permissions Required (PPRs) vary worldwide. In Asia, they have their own unique characteristics. It’s best to work with an experienced 3rd-party provider in advance to understand regulations or request format requirements, including applicable slot [...]
10 Potentially Challenging International Permits for Business Aviation Operators
This aviation blog post of part of a series on overflight permits and landing permits. Overflight and landing permits vary in complexity and lead time. It depends on the region of the world you’re flying to and the type of operation you’re doing. Charter (non-scheduled commercial) permits usually require additional documentation and lead time, involve [...]
