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Tips on Permits, PPRs and Airport Slots for Singapore
While landing permits are required for all charter (non-scheduled commercial) operations, Singapore is not a difficult operating environment from the permit perspective. Keep in mind, though, that first-time charter landing permits require longer lead times. Here are some tips to help you with the [...]
Airport Slot Procedures for Singapore
Airport slots are required for operations to Changi (WSSS) but are not needed at this time for Seletar (WSSL). When operating to WSSS, keep in mind that airport slots may only be available outside peak hours of scheduled commercial operations. Here is what you need to know about the airport slot procedure for [...]
Understanding General Aviation Clearance Request (GCR) Airport Slots
There are several different airport slot request formats in use worldwide that impact business aircraft operations. By not being aware which format is applicable to your destination, you may face airport slot request rejections. Best practice is to always confirm the airport slot request format for your destination airports in advance and be aware that [...]
Operations to Spain: Flight Permits, PPRs and Slots
Compared to other regions of the world, Spain’s landing permits, Prior Permissions Required (PPRs) and airport slot procedures are relatively uncomplicated, accommodating and flexible in terms of revision. Still, it’s always best practice to work with a 3rd-party provider [...]
5 Tips for Making Airport Slots in Australia Easy
Airport slot requirements and revisions are not onerous in Australia, but there are some unique considerations to keep in mind. The following is the information you need to know for airport slot requirements: 1. Figure out which airports require slots. It varies by airport. Sydney (YSSY) and Perth (YPPH) are the only airports in Australia requiring airport slots for both arrival and departure [...]
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 flights. Airport slots will not be confirmed until relatively close to your time of arrival and departure, so you’ll need to consider options if requested airport slots are not available [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
5 Airport Slots and PPRs to Pay Attention to in Europe
This aviation blog post is part of a series on airway and airport slots. When you travel to Europe, requesting airport slots and making Prior Permission Required (PPRs) – as well as requests for revisions – can be a complex process. This is especially true in high-traffic areas and when schedule changes become necessary. Procedures [...]
