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    Gonzalo Barona

    Gonzalo Barona

    With more than three decades of experience in business aviation and ground support, Gonzalo Barona, Managing Director, Universal Aviation Spain, is an expert on all aspects of operations to Spain. Gonzalo, who is based in Madrid, has been with Universal since the 1970s and has coordinated ground support and logistics for thousands of operations in that time.

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    • BizAv Trip Planning: Spanish F1 Grand Prix 2016 – Part 1: Airport and Parking Options
      26
      Apr

      BizAv Trip Planning: Spanish F1 Grand Prix 2016 – Part 1: Airport and Parking Options

      Archive
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 3 M minute read
      1356
      The Spanish F1 Grand Prix 2016 will be held May 13 - 15 at the Circuit de Catalunya in Montmelo, ...
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    • Business Aviation in Barcelona Series: Part 2 – Operating requirements
      29
      Jul

      Business Aviation in Barcelona Series: Part 2 – Operating requirements

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 3 M minute read
      1630
      While charter operations should plan on extra lead time when operating to Spain, private flights face minimal procedural and/or documentation ...
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    • Business Aviation in Barcelona Series: Part 1 – Airport Considerations
      22
      Jul

      Business Aviation in Barcelona Series: Part 1 – Airport Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 4 M minute read
      1654
      Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and has become even more popular as a business and tourism destination ...
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    • Operating to Spain during Summer Months
      29
      Apr

      Operating to Spain during Summer Months

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 4 M minute read
      1464
      For business aircraft operators, flying to the Mediterranean region of Spain during the summer high season is something to look ...
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    • The Closing of Torrejon Airport Madrid – Changes Happening in February
      24
      Jan

      The Closing of Torrejon Airport Madrid – Changes Happening in February

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 4 M minute read
      1927
      After years of enjoying easy access to convenient Torrejon (LETO), general aviation (GA) operators are losing ability to use the ...
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    • Business Aviation in Spain: Planning for Hotels, Ground Transport, Visas, and Local Culture
      17
      Jan

      Business Aviation in Spain: Planning for Hotels, Ground Transport, Visas, and Local Culture

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 4 M minute read
      1461
      A business-aviation trip to Spain can be a great experience for both passengers and crew. The Spanish people are among ...
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    • Operations to Spain: Flight Permits, PPRs and Slots
      10
      Jan

      Operations to Spain: Flight Permits, PPRs and Slots

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 4 M minute read
      2150
      Compared to other regions of the world, Spain’s landing permits, Prior Permissions Required (PPRs) and airport slot procedures are relatively ...
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    • Business Aviation in Spain: Security Considerations
      3
      Jan

      Business Aviation in Spain: Security Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 2 M minute read
      1620
      Airport security is usually not an issue in Spain. While private security may, in some cases, be permitted on the ...
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    • Business Aviation in Spain: Fuel Considerations
      27
      Dec

      Business Aviation in Spain: Fuel Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 3 M minute read
      1876
      While arrangements for fuel uplifts usually go smoothly in Spain, there are considerations to be aware of. Fuel delays may ...
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    • Understanding CIQ Requirements in Spain for Business Aviation
      20
      Dec

      Understanding CIQ Requirements in Spain for Business Aviation

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 3 M minute read
      1559
      Customs and security clearance procedures are straightforward and user-friendly for operators arriving in Spain, either from inside or outside the ...
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    • Business Aviation in Spain: Flight Planning and Airport Operations
      13
      Dec

      Business Aviation in Spain: Flight Planning and Airport Operations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 5 M minute read
      1618
      Before conducting operations to Spain - or anywhere else, for that matter - it is critical to understand requirements for ...
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    • Tips on Making Aircraft Ground Handling Arrangements in Spain
      29
      Nov

      Tips on Making Aircraft Ground Handling Arrangements in Spain

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 4 M minute read
      1521
      For business aircraft operators, Spain is generally a straightforward operating environment with minimal delays in customs clearance and full services/credit ...
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    • 15
      May

      Tips on Picking an Airport in Madrid, Spain for Business Aviation

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 4 M minute read
      1717
      Madrid offers two airports for business aircraft: Torrejon (LETO) and Barajas (LEMD). Most operators choose Torrejon (LETO) due to the ...
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    • 2
      Apr

      Tips for Business Aircraft Operators Planning a Trip to the Grand Prix in Spain

      Archive
      By Gonzalo Barona
      PT 3 M minute read
      1273
      If you are a business aircraft operator and plan to attend Grand Prix events in Spain this year, now is ...
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