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Trip Planning Preparation: British Formula 1 Grand Prix 2013
The 2013 British Formula 1 Grand Prix runs June 28-30 at the Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit north of London. This promises to be yet another busy event, bringing a large amount of General Aviation (GA) traffic into the UK. Business aircraft operators planning on flying into the UK around the time of this event need [...]
Trip Planning Tips for the UEFA Champions League 2013 Final in London
The UEFA Champions League 2013 Final takes place 25 May 2013 at Wembley Stadium on the north side of London. The events that led up to the final were comprised of three qualifying rounds: a playoff round, a group stage, and four knockout rounds [...]
UK Air Passenger Duty (UK APD) – How it Applies to UK Business Aviation
The UK government will extend the Air Passenger Duty (APD) to General Aviation (GA) starting on April 1, 2013. The good news is that 3rd-party providers, and the industry as a whole, are working with HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) daily to find solutions and clarify the processes for operators to move forward. The information [...]
CPDLC Datalink Changes for 2013
Beginning February 7, 2013, the first phase of mandated controller-pilot data link communications (CPDLC) was implemented on North Atlantic tracks (NAT). Over time, additional CPDLC and automatic dependent surveillance-contact (ADS-C) requirements will facilitate future evolution of the air traffic management system (ATM). These changes will eventually require many business aircraft to be outfitted/retrofitted with updated [...]
Farnborough Business Airport World Expo Is Fast Approaching
Farnborough Business Airport World Expo 2013 takes place March 19 – 21 at a conference center across the field from Farnborough (EGLF) FBO facility. This event will attract general aviation (GA) trade visitors, including FBO representatives, ground handlers, charter operators, scheduling and dispatch directors, and assorted GA service providers. 1. Will this event cause a [...]
All About Temporary Importation of Business Aircraft into the EU
The alternative to permanent importation of aircraft into the EU is a temporary admission (TA), otherwise known as a temporary importation (TI). As a TA does have certain limitations, it’s important to work [...]
3 Must-Knows about Permanent Importation of Business Aircraft into the EU
If you plan to operate through the European Union (EU) in a non-EU-registered aircraft with EU resident passengers or crew onboard, it’s important to evaluate options of either permanent or Temporary Admission (TA) of your business aircraft into the EU. There’s no one answer that fits all operations. EU taxation is a complex area, and operators are advised to [...]
Flying Charter to the U.K.? Here’s What You Need to Know
Obtaining U.K. charter (non-scheduled commercial) landing permits is usually not difficult if you have all required documents available and submit a request in correct format within the appropriate lead time. However, from time to time, you may run into the complication of a local U.K. charter operator objecting to your permit request and holding up [...]
7 Tips for Business Jet Operators Flying to the British Grand Prix
The 2012 Formula 1 Santander British Grand Prix takes place at Silverstone, which is about 90 minutes northwest of London, on July 6 – 8, 2012. Few sporting occasions match the intensity, glamour, and drama of the Formula 1 Santander British Grand Prix, and visitors can look forward to a full weekend of great racing. [...]
7 Tips on Flying Your Jet to the Farnborough Air Show
The Farnborough International Airshow takes place every other year in even numbered years, and it’s one of the world’s largest aviation trade shows, with 1,400-plus exhibitors and more than 120,000 attendees. This year, trade days are July 9-13, followed by public days on the July 14-15 weekend. Farnborough always draws a lot of traffic to [...]
Flying to Stansted, London (EGSS): Tips for Business Aviation Operators
There are eight airports in the immediate London area to handle general aviation (GA) flights, but only two are 24-hour airports – Stansted (EGSS) and Luton (EGGW).While all airports have their own unique operating restrictions, EGSS is particularly user friendly, efficient, and flexible in terms of schedule changes. The focus here is on providing a [...]
In-flight Catering for the 2012 London Olympic Games
This business aviation blog post is part of a series on planning for the 2012 London Olympic Games. With sufficient notice, UK-based in-flight caterers can source just about any food request needed for your business aviation flight. A wide range of options are available within this multi-cultural region. In preparation for the upcoming Olympics period, [...]
Pitfalls of Booking Airport Slots and Services for the 2012 London Olympic Games
This aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to London for the 2012 Olympics. If you are a business-aviation operator planning a trip to the 2012 London Olympics, it’s important to know the best procedure for booking airport slots, ground handling and auxiliary services. Over the Olympic Games period this summer, a [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
4 Action Items for Successful 2012 London Olympic Games Trip Planning
This aviation blog post is part of a series on trip planning for the 2012 London Olympics and continues from our last post on 6 Important Tips for Successful 2012 London Olympic Games Planning. When planning a trip to the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London, you may need to request services such as ground [...]
6 Important Tips for Successful 2012 London Olympic Games Planning
This aviation blog post is part of a series on planning a business aviation flight to London for the 2012 Olympic Games. The 2012 Summer Olympic Games will be held in London and across the U.K. from July 27th to August 12th, followed by the Paralympic Games from August 29th to September 9th. For air [...]
