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Operational Insight

  • Le Bourget
    14
    Feb

    France: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, France
    By Louis Smyth
    16608
    France is operationally straightforward until sequencing breaks. From PPRs and permits to fuel, CIQ, and cabotage enforcement, this guide explains ...
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  • 12
    Feb

    Australian Grand Prix 2026: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Louis Smyth
    6987
    The Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix takes place March 5-8, 2026 at the Albert Park street circuit a few miles ...
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  • 11
    Feb

    Barcelona Mobile World Congress 2026: Business Aviation Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Louis Smyth
    5842
    Business aviation operators attending Mobile World Congress Barcelona should plan in advance to ensure the best parking and third-party options. ...
    Read More
  • Lunar New Year – How it impacts business aviation ops
    10
    Feb

    Lunar New Year 2026– How it impacts business aviation ops

    High-Traffic Events
    By Alan Pong
    4266
    Planning business aviation operations during Lunar New Year 2026? Learn critical dates, airport closures, and essential tips for navigating Asia's ...
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  • 5
    Feb

    Singapore’s CAAS ANR-129 Regulations: What Business Aviation Operators Need to Know

    Regulatory Compliance, Singapore
    By Louis Smyth
    761
    Singapore's CAAS has implemented new regulatory requirements under ANR-129, the Foreign Operator's Permit (FOP) Regulations, effective February 1, 2026. These ...
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  • 3
    Feb

    London Luton Slot Enforcement: Clarity, Context, and What Operators Actually Need to Know

    Regulatory Compliance, United Kingdom
    By Louis Smyth
    886
    News about stricter slot enforcement at London Luton have raised concerns across business aviation. In reality, for compliant operators, very ...
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  • 29
    Jan

    Operating to Japan’s Congested Airports: What Business Aviation Operators Need to Know

    Japan, Ops Update
    By Louis Smyth
    494
    Japan’s major airports operate under a rigid IATA congestion framework that prioritizes airlines and tightly controls both slots and parking. ...
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  • China Overflight and Landing Permits – Part 1: Changes in Lead Times and Revisions
    29
    Jan

    China ATC Charges: Advance Payment Now Mandatory for Landing and Overflight Permits

    China, Regulatory Compliance
    By Louis Smyth
    194
    Effective April 1, 2026, China requires advance payment of ATC charges or a registered Letter of Guarantee before landing or ...
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  • 29
    Jan

    Munich Security Conference 2026: Business Aviation Operational Planning Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Louis Smyth
    136
    The Munich Security Conference transforms Munich into Europe's most operationally challenging business aviation environment each February. From severe parking restrictions ...
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  • 29
    Jan

    2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    High-Traffic Events, Italy
    By Floriana Fabri
    656
    The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina present unique challenges for business aviation operators. Plan early for slot coordination, ...
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  • 23
    Jan

    Japan: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, Japan
    By Louis Smyth
    4376
    Japan is, and always has been, a popular tech and destination stop location for general aviation (GA). While GA access, ...
    Read More
  • 22
    Jan

    [VIDEO] Global Ops Update January 2026

    Ops Update
    By Louis Smyth
    13596
    Watch a recording of our regulatory ops webinar meetup for international business aviation operators, recorded on Jan. 21, 2026. 
    Read More
  • 21
    Jan

    Venezuela Operations Update: SVMI Status, FAA Hazard Advisories, and Regional Planning Considerations

    Ops Update
    By Nathan Shelley
    392
    An operational update on Venezuela and Caribbean aviation conditions, including SVMI status, active security advisories, and current congestion and ground ...
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  • 21
    Jan

    2025-2026 Peak Season Mexico Operations Update: Business Aviation Guide

    Destination Guides, High-Traffic Events
    By Louis Smyth
    432
    Peak winter season travel is driving congestion, parking shortages, and fueling delays across key Mexico business aviation airports. Operators should ...
    Read More
  • 21
    Jan

    2026 World Cup – Business Aviation Planning Guide

    Featured Events, High-Traffic Events
    By Louis Smyth
    1070
    The 2026 FIFA World Cup will bring unprecedented challenges for business aviation across North America. With 48 teams, 16 cities, ...
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  • 19
    Jan

    ADS-B UPDATE 2026

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Jason Davidson
    38004
    The following is an overview of what ADS-B is, which countries already require ADS-B, and those who have upcoming mandates:
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  • 12
    Jan

    Singapore Airports: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, Singapore
    By Yvonne Chan
    14664
    While Singapore is a welcoming business aviation operating environment with good services and facilities, aviation traffic and competition for limited ...
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  • 12
    Jan

    Dublin, Ireland: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, Ireland
    By Mark Shiels
    7603
    Dublin is the capital of Ireland and one of the most popular business aviation destinations in Europe. Situated on the ...
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  • 12
    Jan

    The Best Business Aviation Conferences for 2026

    High-Traffic Events
    By Anabel Monzo Paynter
    15780
    From NBAA-BACE and EBACE to LABACE and regional forums, here’s a practical breakdown of the most important business aviation conferences ...
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  • 9
    Jan

    Japan Cherry Blossom Season 2026 – Business Aviation Guide

    High-Traffic Events, Japan
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    4213
    Japan’s cherry blossom season creates one of the busiest aviation periods of the year. Here’s what operators need to know ...
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  • 9
    Jan

    Dominican Republic: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, Dominican Republic
    By Universal
    11043
    The Dominican Republic, the second-largest Caribbean nation, offers excellent infrastructure for general aviation operations across major airports. From streamlined permit ...
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  • 7
    Jan

    Shannon (EINN) Charter GA Security Update: New IAA Screening Procedures Effective January 2026

    Destination Guides, Ireland, Regulatory Compliance
    By Mark Shanahan
    384
    An operational overview of new IAA security procedures affecting charter GA flights at Shannon (EINN), including revised passenger screening, CBP ...
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