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    Dmitry Konovalov

    Dmitry Konovalov

    Dmitry Konovalov is an expert on operations, permits and ground support for business aviation in Russia. Dmitry, who has more than 13 years’ experience in business aviation, currently serves as General Director, Universal Aviation Russia – Khabarovsk. Based in Khabarovsk, Russia, Dmitry is fluent in Russian and English. An active member of the Russian Business Aviation Association, Dmitry has a degree from Pacific State University.

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    • 27
      Dec

      Russian Ops Update: Changes in the “Domestic Flights” Definition and Its Impact on You

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 4 M minute read
      3602
      Russia recently implemented new customs rules and a new definition of “domestic flights” and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) that ...
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    • 20
      May

      Operating a Business Jet to the 2019 St. Petersburg International Economic Forum

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 4 M minute read
      5109
      The 21st St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) takes place June 1-3. This annual dialog with the international community will ...
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    • New Russia CIQ procedures for precious metals and stones – How this could impact your bizav mission
      5
      Dec

      New Russia CIQ procedures for precious metals and stones

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT < 1 M minute read
      3127
      A new Decree of the Government of the Russian Federation regarding declarations of precious metals went into effect Nov. 24, ...
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    • Operating to Eastern Russia – Part 2: Permits, Revisions and CIQ
      5
      Jun

      Operating to Eastern Russia – Part 2: Permits, Revisions and CIQ

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 5 M minute read
      3402
      Obtaining permits for general aviation (GA) operations to Russia has eased considerably over recent years. There are, however, varying permit ...
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    • Operating to Eastern Russia – Part 1: Airports & Operations
      28
      May

      Operating to Eastern Russia – Part 1: Airports & Operations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 4 M minute read
      3865
      In this blog series we consider tech and destination stops in north and northeastern Russia. While there are several airports ...
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    • Attending the 2018 Russian World Cup – Part 3: Fuel, CIQ, Security & Local Area
      14
      Feb

      Attending the 2018 Russian World Cup – Part 3: Fuel, CIQ, Security & Local Area

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 3 M minute read
      2448
      Sourcing adequate crew accommodations at World Cup venue locations can be a concern, particularly for shorter notice or last minute ...
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    • Attending the 2018 Russian World Cup – Part 1: Airports, Slots, Parking, & Planning
      7
      Feb

      Attending the 2018 Russian World Cup – Part 2: Permits, Cabotage & Visas

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 3 M minute read
      2804
      Russian overflight and landing permits are easier and more user friendly to obtain than even just a few years ago. ...
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    • Attending the 2018 Russian World Cup – Part 1: Airports, Slots, Parking, & Planning
      31
      Jan

      Attending the 2018 Russian World Cup – Part 1: Airports, Slots, Parking, & Planning

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 3 M minute read
      2894
      Russian World Cup will take place at 11 different cities across the country, from June 14 through July 15. This ...
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    • 22
      Jun

      BizAv Ops Planning: Confederations Cup Final 2017 in Moscow – Part 2: Permit, Slots & ...

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 4 M minute read
      1841
      For travel to Confederations Cup host cities during this period (June 17 and July 2), airport slots and landing permits ...
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    • BizAv Ops Planning: Confederations Cup FIFA Final 2017 in Russia – Part 1: Airports, Parking, Alternates & CIQ
      13
      Jun

      BizAv Ops Planning: Confederations Cup FIFA Final 2017 in Russia – Part 1: Airports, Parking, ...

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 4 M minute read
      2120
      The 2017 Confederations Cup is a quadrennial international men's football tournament organized by FIFA. It takes place at four host ...
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    • 2017 St Petersburg International Economic Forum – Part 2: Permits, Slots, Visas & Cabotage
      23
      May

      2017 St Petersburg International Economic Forum – Part 2: Permits, Slots, Visas & Cabotage

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 4 M minute read
      653
      The 21st St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) takes place June 1-3. As permits and airport slots are needed for ...
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    • 2016 St Petersburg Int’l Economic Forum – Part 2: Permits, Slots & Operating Considerations
      17
      May

      2016 St Petersburg Int’l Economic Forum – Part 2: Permits, Slots & Operating Considerations

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 3 M minute read
      1740
      Customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) and operating procedures at St. Petersburg (ULLI) are straight-forward and not particularly onerous. However, it’s ...
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    • 2016 St Petersburg Int’l Economic Forum – Part 1: Airports & Parking
      10
      May

      2016 St Petersburg Int’l Economic Forum – Part 1: Airports & Parking

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 3 M minute read
      1811
      The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), an annual conference dedicated to economic and business issues, is expected to attract ...
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    • BizAv Trip Planning: 2016 Russian Grand Prix – Part 2: Permits, Slots, CIQ and Local Area
      20
      Apr

      BizAv Trip Planning: 2016 Russian Grand Prix – Part 2: Permits, Slots, CIQ and Local ...

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 4 M minute read
      1779
      Landing permits procedures and lead time for Russia are relatively straight-forward, and airport slots will be available for general aviation ...
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    • BizAv Trip Planning: 2016 Russian Grand Prix – Part 1: Airports & Parking
      19
      Apr

      BizAv Trip Planning: 2016 Russian Grand Prix – Part 1: Airports & Parking

      Archive
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 3 M minute read
      1871
      The Russian Formula 1 Grand Prix takes place May 1, 2016 at the Sochi Autodrome. In addition to the main ...
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    • Coming Soon: Russian Landing Permit Changes – Effective May 30, 2013
      28
      May

      Coming Soon: Russian Landing Permit Changes – Effective May 30, 2013

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Dmitry Konovalov
      PT 3 M minute read
      2299
      The Russian Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced important changes related to landing permit requirements effective May 30, 2013. The ...
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