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    Government and Industry Affairs

    At Universal, we understand that a strong business aviation industry is important not just for our company but for the global economies we serve. Whether opposing onerous legislation, such as user fees for private aviation, helping attract aviation’s future generation, or working with authorities to make the world more business aviation-friendly, our Government and Industry Affairs team was created to lobby for and influence positive change for business aviation across the globe.

    Establishing relationships with authorities.

    We leverage our vast Global Community of experts and contacts around the world to help strengthen and develop key relationships with government agencies both in the United States and internationally, with a primary focus on Civil Aviation and related authorities. We participate in key business aviation industry associations and foster ongoing communication and collaboration with various governing bodies, industry partners, and business aviation associations regarding regulations, policies, and best practices affecting our industry. Additionally, we are tasked with developing professional relationships with officials and their representative staff to pursue operational and functional improvements for the business aviation industry. As new regulations arise, this team will also work very closely with our Global Regulatory Services Team to educate and communicate changes to our client base and partners.

    Making a difference for our industry.

    By working closely and collaborating with various governing bodies, industry partners, and business aviation associations, we’ve been able to influence change such as, defeating damaging user fee legislation, easing permit lead times in India, streamlining U.S. Pre-clearance requirements, and adding additional slots for business aviation in high risk, high stress locations like Hong Kong. We also address challenges the industry faces like the upcoming shortage of trained aviation professionals by supporting individuals and organizations that create awareness of the opportunities available within business aviation.

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      • Middle East and Africa: Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact on business aviation
        by Universal on July 10, 2020 at 21:00

        Africa & Middle East COVID-19 Flight Restrictions Algeria July 9, 2020 ​​​General Restrictions: Land, air, and sea connections for passenger travel remain suspended until further notice.​ Passenger flights are not authorized except in the event of repatriation of Algerian citizens.  All other flights require approval from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Passenger Restrictions: Must remain on board during tech stops. Must wear face masks while in public.  Social distancing should be practiced as well. Crew: Health Declaration forms are required for entry. Expect Medical temperature test and monitoring.  No RON or overnight stays. Check with team for specific documentation required The post Middle East and Africa: Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact on business aviation appeared first on Universal® Operational Insight Blog.

      • Caribbean: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Impact on Business Aviation
        by Universal on July 10, 2020 at 20:30

        Caribbean Anguilla July 7, 2020 Restriction expiration: July 14, 2020 ​​General Restrictions: Anguilla ports are still closed to all passenger vessels. Ferry flights in to pick up foreign nationals to return to home country are allowed. Allowed flights are considered on a case-by-case basis. Passenger Restrictions: Passenger travel of only Anguillan Nationals to travel to Anguilla is now allowed. Charter flights have been allowed on a case-by-case basis for the departure of visitor from the territory. Repatriation Flights: ​At this time only repatriation flights to the United States are allowed. All repatriation flights must be coordinated through Kim Cutler – Kimg.cutler@fco.gov.uk 1-264-235-6375 Crew: Extended The post Caribbean: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Impact on Business Aviation appeared first on Universal® Operational Insight Blog.

      • Business Aviation in Europe: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Impact
        by Universal on July 10, 2020 at 20:01

        COVID-19 business aviation flight restrictions in Europe. The post Business Aviation in Europe: Coronavirus (COVID-19) Impact appeared first on Universal® Operational Insight Blog.

      • Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact on business aviation
        by Universal on July 10, 2020 at 14:10

        Special quarantine and health inspection procedures have been enforced in China and other locations in Asia and around the world in an attempt to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Extra planning and precaution is required if you are planning a trip to China and Asia. The post Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact on business aviation appeared first on Universal® Operational Insight Blog.