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50 Years of Experience and 2 Million Legs Facilitated Allows Clients to Rest Easy

Houston (Oct. 20, 2009) – Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. will showcase how its unmatched experience and knowledge directly correlates to operators' success at the National Business Aviation Association's 62nd Annual Meeting and Convention (NBAA2009), held in Orlando, Fla. Oct. 20-22.

"Today, business aviation operators are facing more challenges and obstacles to their success than ever before," said Dave Diulus, Chief Operating Officer, Universal®. "Because we have successfully facilitated more than 2 million trip legs, operators can rest easy knowing we've been everywhere and seen it all. Our experts will help break down the obstacles that can impede success and provide counsel and customized solutions that will ensure operators can achieve their goals."

Universal exhibit #5717 will provide opportunities to ask questions and review demos of Universal's full offering of solutions, including:

• Ask your Regulatory and Compliance questions to Universal's experts – Confused about the requirements of the European Union's Emission's Trading Scheme (EU ETS), Electronic Advance Passenger Information System (eAPIS), Visa Waiver Program, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), global anti-bribery and more? Operators can ask questions specific to their flight department directly to Universal's Compliance and Regulatory experts.
• Information on how you can gain flexibility and save money through Universal's Hotel Booking Service – Attendees can learn how Universal's hotel booking specialists can handle arrangements efficiently, with consideration of crew preferences, special requests, and itinerary flexibility. Hotel booking assistance may even come with extras ranging from on-site amenities to reduced or eliminated fees – all at negotiated rates that can match or exceed those offered to the public.
• Complimentary copy of 2010 UVTripPlanner – Attendees are encouraged to visit Universal's exhibit for a demo and complimentary copy of the new 2010 UVTripPlanner worldwide edition, available in print and CD-ROM. The 2010 edition has been updated with the latest airport, FBO, and handling information, including Universal's popular pre-flight checklist.
• Universal Aviation(sm) Worldwide Ground Support – Meet face-to-face with Universal Aviation(sm) personnel from around the globe. Representatives will have information on ground support services at any of Universal Aviation's more than 30 locations in more than 20 countries.
  • Universal Aviation (UK) Ltd. Stansted Promotion – Attendees are also encouraged to ask about a special offer available at Universal Aviation (UK) in Stansted. From October 1 through December 1, Universal Aviation UK is offering 30 percent off ground handling and 30 percent off transportation to hotels through AM Car Services Limited. The offer is good to any new client traveling to London who uses Universal Aviation UK direct, or through Universal's Trip Support Services.
• UVair® Fueling Card – UVair fuel team members will be on hand to answer any fuel inquiry, discuss UVair Fueling Card benefits for any trip, and sign up participants in the managed fuel program.
  • Demos on how to obtain a customized fuel quote and send a fuel release through the Registered Users portal of www.uvair.com.
  • Demos on how to request a fuel quote through www.uvtripplanner.aero (Note: Site will go live on Monday, Oct. 19).
  • Demos of how to request a fuel release through Universal's flight planning utility UVflightplanner.com. Through UVflightplanner.com clients can view customized UVair fuel pricing by FBO for both their arrival and departure airports.
  • UVair team members will also have a presence at several Orlando-area airports, assisting local FBOs in working the ramp to meet and service arriving aircraft.
• Aviation Weather Today – Attendees will see demos of Universal's free online aviation weather video broadcast, Aviation Weather Today (AWT), which has launched a total of 12 new regional segments covering 48-hour Significant Weather (SIGWX) across the globe. In addition, it will debut its updated video player which, among other things, allows for easy embed into any Web site and RSS subscription.
• Free 30-day Trial of UVflightplanner.comsm – Attendees can review demos and information on the new enhanced Weight and Balance feature of UVflightplanner.com and can sign up for a free 30-day trial.

Speaking Sessions

Universal subject matter experts will host two sessions at NBAA2009.

Fuel Plan, Not Just Flight Plan: Presented by UVair Vice President Greg Cox
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2009
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Venue: Orange County Convention Center
Room/Location: S320G

NBAA Free Online Flight and Fuel Planning Resources: Presented By Universal
Senior Director of Specialty Products Randy Stephens
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2009
Time: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Venue: Orange County Convention Center
Room/Location: S310F

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As we celebrate our 50th anniversary in service to business aviation, our goal at Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., is to become a vital extension of our clients' flight operations teams. Universal® offers a wide range of services designed to provide business aviation operators complete support, including flight planning, weather briefings, online tools, the UVair® Fueling Card, Universal Aviation(sm) worldwide ground support, UVdatalink® air-to-ground communication, and more. Universal® has been facilitating successful trips for business aviation operators since 1959.

To learn more about Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., e-mail sales@universalweather.com, or call (800) 231-5600 ext. 3300 (N. America Toll-Free) or
(713) 944-1622 ext. 3300 (Worldwide).

Universal: Success from the word GO.

CONTACT:
Louis Smyth
N. America Toll-Free: (800) 231-5600 ext. 5713
Worldwide Direct: (713) 947-5713
E-mail: lsmyth@univ-wea.com