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Operational Insight

  • 14
    Apr

    STILL FLYING: TWO STORIES OF MISSION SUCCESS FROM THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS

    Humanitarian
    By Universal
    1820
    While news headlines focus on the decline of international travel, it’s important to remember that many essential and critical missions ...
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  • 13
    Apr

    Tips for planning coronavirus (COVID-19) humanitarian medical supply flights to the U.S.

    COVID-19, Humanitarian
    By Adam Hartley
    1986
    If you are considering a COVID-19 humanitarian medical supply flight to the U.S. (e.g., bulk movement of masks or PPE), ...
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  • 8
    Apr

    STILL FLYING: Humanitarian Cargo Flight of Masks from China to U.S.

    Humanitarian
    By Louis Smyth
    3974
    While news headlines focus on the decline of international travel, it’s important to remember that many essential and critical missions ...
    Read More
  • 26
    Mar

    Helping Humanitarian Medical Supply Missions During the COVID-19 Crisis

    Bizav Best Practice, Humanitarian
    By Greg Evans
    2703
    Effective immediately, Universal Trip Support is waiving its fees on trip feasibility and consultation services and ground handling setup charges ...
    Read More
  • 26
    Mar

    STILL FLYING: AN URGENT MEDICAL SUPPLY FLIGHT IN CHINA DURING COVID-19

    Bizav Best Practice, Humanitarian
    By Universal
    3038
    While news headlines focus on the decline of international travel, it’s important to remember that many essential and critical missions ...
    Read More
  • 19
    Mar

    Still Flying: Business Aviation Making a Difference during the COVID-19 Epidemic.

    Avgeek, Humanitarian
    By Universal
    4911
    Universal proud to support flight containing one million masks and half a million COVID-19 test kits donated to the United ...
    Read More
  • 4
    Feb

    Chairman’s Note: NEW Costa Rica GAT – “That’s it?” Yes, operating to San Jose’s ...

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Greg Evans
    2879
    In December 2019, GAT SJO, Costa Rica’s first-ever general aviation terminal (GAT), which is operated by Universal Aviation Costa Rica ...
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  • 28
    Jan

    Chairman’s Note: Honoring the living legends of bizav

    Avgeek
    By Greg Evans
    3603
    For every museum placard and exhibit memorializing influential aviation trailblazers, there are 10 times that many everyday heroes who were ...
    Read More
  • 22
    Jan

    Ops Update: 2020 Equipment regulation changes and filing requirements

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    3691
    Several aircraft equipment regulatory changes have recently and will soon go into effect. These changes will impact operations over the ...
    Read More
  • 22
    Jan

    APIS, TSA and DOT Authorization Info for Non-U.S. Registered Business Aircraft

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    7768
    It’s important to keep in mind that filing APIS does not negate the requirement to notify customs of your arrival. ...
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  • 11
    Dec

    Business Jet Destination Guide: Abu Dhabi

    Destination Guides, United Arab Emirates
    By Russell Bunger
    4936
    Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and attracts considerable business aviation traffic. The UAE is ...
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  • 10
    Dec

    Business Jet Destination Guide: Saudi Arabia

    Destination Guides, Saudi Arabia
    By Keith Foreman
    8233
    Saudi Arabia has long been one of the busiest and most popular business aviation destinations in the Middle East. Operating ...
    Read More
  • 4
    Dec

    Ops Update: New Random Ramp Checks in Mexico – What you need to know

    Ops Update, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    6063
    As part of a crackdown on illegal charter flights in Mexico from N-Registerd Part 91 operators, AFAC has implemented random ...
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  • 24
    Nov

    Everything you need to know about Costa Rica’s first-ever GAT at MROC

    Ops Update
    By Delmark Muir
    4144
    In mid-December 2019, Costa Rica’s first-ever general aviation terminal (GAT) will officially open for business aviation traffic at San Jose ...
    Read More
  • 31
    Oct

    AFAC replacing DGAC in Mexico – separating truth from speculation

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    6398
    On Oct. 16, 2019, it was announced that Civil Aviation Authority in Mexico (DGAC) would be replaced by a new ...
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  • 15
    Oct

    Chairman’s Note* Universal – South Korea Expanding Countrywide!

    Universal News
    By Greg Evans
    3701
    Universal is proud to announce our newest location covering all airports in South Korea!
    Read More
  • 16
    Sep

    Aircraft Security Airside – Top GA Considerations

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Universal
    4491
    Aircraft guards are recommended for many worldwide locations and can be a worthwhile investment in enhancing safety and security of ...
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  • 11
    Sep

    Business Aviation Destination Guide: Indonesia

    Destination Guides, Indonesia
    By Teguh Prasetyo
    5423
    Historically, operating to or over Indonesia required significant lead time, as the country had one of the longest lead-time requirements ...
    Read More
  • 14
    May

    Update! Transportation Security Program (TSP) requirements in Australia for Business Aircraft Operators

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Derek O'Reilly
    12386
    The Department of Home Affairs has announced that ALL operations into Australia require the TSP, including commercial, unscheduled commercial, and ...
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  • 10
    Apr

    CHAIRMAN’S NOTE * Universal Aviation Argentina now open to support your missions

    Universal News
    By Greg Evans
    3268
    Universal Aviation Argentina, is now open and ready to support your critical missions.
    Read More
  • 2
    Apr

    Operating a business jet to the Maldives

    Destination Guides
    By Universal
    5745
    Surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean and basking in nearly year-round sunshine, the Maldives, a traditionally challenging ...
    Read More
  • mexico charter ops compliance
    27
    Mar

    The Hidden Compliance Dangers of U.S. Charter Ops to Mexico – and the Risk to ...

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Kathy Self
    5320
    In the highly-competitive world of charter operations, it's all about delivering the best overall customer experience. And what do most ...
    Read More
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