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UK Value Added Tax (VAT): Ground Handling Charge Exemptions
When business operators fly to the UK, there are opportunities to exempt Value-Added Tax (VAT) charges upfront. This can represent ... -
12 Ways Your Bizav Trip Can Go Wrong – Part 1
While most international operations go smoothly, there's always potential from time to time for things to go sideways. One or ... -
Planning BizAv Operations to Thailand – Part 1: Permit Planning
Pre-planning is essential when you conduct business aircraft operations to Thailand. There are many important factors to consider in terms ... -
Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) in Spain
Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) is a system developed by Eurocontrol and the European Union (EU) to improve operational efficiency ... -
In-flight Catering and Desserts Onboard: Preparation Aloft
Last week, I covered selecting the right dessert. Now let’s talk about in-flight preparation. It’s very important to first be ... -
North Atlantic Ops – Trial Implementation of Reduced Lateral Separation Minimum
Evolution in aircraft avionics and air traffic flight data processing has driven an initiative to reduce current lateral separation minima ... -
In-flight Catering and Desserts Onboard: Maximizing the Passenger Experience
Choosing just the right dessert can help take the passenger flight experience to the next level. Keep in mind, however, ... -
Crosswinds and Their Effect on Flight – Part Two: Approach/Departure Impact
Last week, we discussed the enroute impacts of crosswinds. Today, we’ll discuss impacts on the other side of the trip: ... -
Crosswinds and Their Effect on Flight – Part One: Enroute Impacts
Crosswinds are winds that come at an angle to your aircraft in flight and on approach/takeoff, and they can impact ... -
Overview of Airport Collaborative Decision Making (ACDM) in Italy
Airport Collaborative Decision Making (A-CDM) is a system developed by Eurocontrol and the European Union (EU) to improve operational efficiency ... -
Business Aircraft Ops in the Philippines – CIQ and Security
For most airports in the Philippines, other than at Manila (RPLL), business aircraft crew members and passengers will clear Customs, ... -
FAA’s Data Comm Program: Overview and Effects for Operators
The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA’s) Data Comm program will change how operators receive flight plans and, to a certain extent, ... -
International Aviation Insurance Requirements: Part 2 – Complying with Local Mandates
Business aircraft operators can avoid potential for operational delays and permit denials by verifying specific local insurance requirements in advance ... -
UPDATE: Procedural Changes for Customs at Sao Paulo (SBGR) – Part 1: New Requirements
There have been recent customs clearance procedural changes implemented at Sao Paulo Guarulhos (SBGR). These changes impact General Aviation (GA) ... -
International Aviation Insurance Requirements: Part 1 – Local Requirements
While standard worldwide insurance will cover most business aircraft operators in most parts of the world, there are regions and ... -
6 Tips for Planning Aircraft Operations to Remote Locations
When operating a business aircraft to remote locations, begin your trip planning as far in advance as possible, talk with ... -
Successfully Managing North Atlantic Tracks: Part 2 – Flying the Tracks
Applying for and revising North Atlantic Track (NAT) authority is a fairly straightforward and user-friendly process. Once you’re on the ... -
Private Jet Ops to the U.S.: Part 2 – Procedural Considerations
When conducting operations to the U.S. in a non-U.S.-registered business aircraft, it’s always important to consider any local restrictions and/or ... -
Successfully Managing North Atlantic Tracks: Part 1 – Track Basics
While North Atlantic Tracks (NATs) provide routing efficiencies and save business aircraft operators on Jet A and other operating costs, ... -
Private Jet Ops to the U.S.: Part 1 – Documentation Requirements
A number of documentation and procedural requirements are essential to keep in mind when operating a business aircraft to the ... -
Update: Temporary Importation of Aircraft into the EU – New Developments
Following changes to the 2011 permanent aircraft importation rules, when the UK was brought into line with other European Union ... -
Security Threat Assessments for Business Aviation – Part 2: Categories of Assessments
There are various types of security assessments available for business aircraft operators. These range from basic country assessments to highly ...
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