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Operational Insight

  • Barcelona business aviation
    8
    Dec

    Barcelona, Spain: 2026 Business aviation destination guide

    Destination Guides, Spain
    By Gonzalo Barona Jr
    11197
    Discover key insights for business aviation operations to Barcelona, Spain, covering airport details, operational requirements, and local procedures.
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  • 8
    Dec

    Balearic Islands Spain Peak Season: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, Spain
    By Gonzalo Barona Jr
    11583
    Here’s everything you need to know about operating a business jet to Spain's Balearic Islands.
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  • 5
    Dec

    UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): Full Enforcement Starting February 2026 – Business Aviation Guide

    Regulatory Compliance, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    8948
    Learn about the UK's Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) scheme, its phased implementation, and how it will affect international business aviation ...
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  • 5
    Dec

    United Kingdom Advance Passenger Duty (UK-APD): Business Aviation Guide

    Destination Guides, Regulatory Compliance, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    12964
    UK-APD (Advance Passenger Duty) is a per-passenger duty that must be paid to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for qualifying ...
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  • Caribbean Peak Season Bizjet Travel – How to eliminate "island time" ops stress
    4
    Dec

    Caribbean Business Aviation Guide: 2025-2026 Peak Season Planning Tips

    Caribbean, Destination Guides
    By Louis Smyth
    14227
    Navigate the complexities of Caribbean peak season aviation with our comprehensive guide covering airport restrictions, permits, parking challenges, and country-specific ...
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  • 4
    Dec

    Rome, Italy: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, Italy
    By Floriana Fabri
    339
    Rome is one of the busiest destinations for business aviation, with high traffic year-round. Business aircraft operators must navigate slot ...
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  • Northolt Airport
    26
    Nov

    London RAF Northolt Airport – 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    10573
    Explore the advantages of using London RAF Northolt Airport for business aviation, featuring its strategic location near Central London and ...
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  • 26
    Nov

    London: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    22518
    The London area is an easy GA operating environment and a pleasurable experience for crews as all airports have excellent ...
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  • 26
    Nov

    United Kingdom: 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    13302
    Discover essential insights for business aviation operations to the UK in 2025, including permit requirements, customs updates, PPR procedures, and ...
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  • Universal Aviation Stansted
    26
    Nov

    London Stansted Airport – 2026 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    15420
    London Stansted (EGSS) is a 24/7 airport of entry (AOE) with plenty of GA parking and complete support services approximately with ...
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  • 17
    Nov

    U.S. Government Shutdown Ends: FAA Restores Full GA and BizAv Access Nationwide

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    883
    Business aviation operators may face delays, reduced RSP/overtime, and suspension of administrative services as a result of the U.S. Government ...
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  • 14
    Nov

    Punta Cana Implements Mandatory Prior Coordination for 2025 Peak Season

    Destination Guides, Dominican Republic
    By Louis Smyth
    207
    Punta Cana International Airport (MDPC) has announced mandatory prior coordination for all operations during the upcoming high season, effective Nov. ...
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  • 14
    Nov

    Africa Security & Airspace Risk Update for Business Aviation (Late 2025)

    Ops Update
    By Louis Smyth
    165
    Operators planning missions into or over Africa should be aware of rapidly changing security and airspace conditions. Ongoing conflict, criminal ...
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  • 7
    Nov

    Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix 2025: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Russell Bunger
    10037
    The 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix takes place Dec. 5-7, 2025. The race is a highlight of the Formula One ...
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  • 28
    Oct

    G20 Summit, Johannesburg, South Africa: Business Aviation Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Universal
    213
    The G20 Summit will take place in Johannesburg, South Africa, November 21–23, 2025. Business aviation operators should expect significant airspace ...
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  • 28
    Oct

    EU Entry/Exit System (EES) Phase 1 Implementation: What General Aviation Operators Need to Know

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    76
    The EU has launched Phase 1 of its Entry/Exit System (EES), introducing biometric border checks for non-EU nationals. For business ...
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  • 15
    Oct

    COP30 Belém 2025: Business Aviation Guide

    Brazil, High-Traffic Events
    By Daniel Pinto Da Silva
    118
    The Brazilian Government has issued comprehensive operational restrictions for COP30 that will create one of the most challenging aviation environments ...
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  • 6
    Oct

    France ATC Strike Update – October 7–9, 2025 CANCELED- Business Aviation Guide

    Ops Update
    By Universal
    259
    SNCTA has postponed its September 18 ATC strike to October 7–9, 2025. Other unions may still strike September 18, so ...
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  • 2
    Oct

    Mexico Permits 2025: Business Aviation Guide

    Mexico, Regulatory Compliance
    By Hinna Garcia
    17102
    Mexico has implemented significant changes to its aviation permit process in 2025, affecting both private and charter operations. Learn about ...
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  • 2
    Oct

    Mexico Charter Permit Requirements 2025: Complete Guide to Recent Changes 

    Destination Guides, Mexico, Regulatory Compliance
    By Hinna Garcia
    676
    AFAC has confirmed that single-entry permits are no longer available for charter flights to Mexico. All operators must now hold ...
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  • 27
    Sep

    2025 Sao Paulo F1 Grand Prix: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Daniel Pinto Da Silva
    10729
    The Sao Paulo F1 Grand Prix, formerly known as Brazilian Grand Prix (Portuguese: Grande Prêmio do Brasil), will be held ...
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  • 24
    Sep

    NBAA-BACE 2025: Ultimate Guide to Business Aviation’s Biggest Event

    High-Traffic Events
    By Anabel Monzo Paynter
    12581
    Attending the NBAA-BACE conference? Expert advice on what to wear at NBAA, where the NBAA parties are, how to get ...
    Read More
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