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Jason Hayward

Jason Hayward

Based in London, Jason Hayward, general manager for Universal Aviation U.K. – London, is an expert on ground support and operations into the United Kingdom. He’s been with Universal since 1997 and has more than 25 years’ experience combined in aviation handling and operations. A native of the U.K. and veteran of the Royal Air Force, Jason has been instrumental in helping establish Universal Aviation offices around the globe. Jason is also an expert on coordinating operations and handling for special events and was Universal’s point person for the 2012 Games in London. He’s shared his insight on operations and special events with many industry publications.

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  • 19
    Jun

    British Grand Prix 2025: Business Aviation Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 5 M minute read
    10224
    The 2025 British F1 Grand Prix will take place from July 4-6, 2025, at the legendary Silverstone Circuit, roughly 90 ...
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  • Northolt Airport
    20
    May

    London RAF Northolt Airport – 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 5 M minute read
    10369
    Explore the advantages of using London RAF Northolt Airport for business aviation, featuring its strategic location near Central London and ...
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  • London
    13
    May

    London Area Airport Night Slot Restrictions Summer 2025 – Limited Night Slots for GA

    Ops Update, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 2 M minute read
    15756
    London airspace will be closed to general aviation at night in the summer of 2024, marking a first for the ...
    Read More
  • 6
    May

    Wimbledon 2025: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 4 M minute read
    8667
    Our top London airport recommendation for business aviation operators attending Wimbledon is Northolt. It's not only the closest airport to ...
    Read More
  • UK Charter Permits -- Regulatory Compliance
    26
    Feb

    Understanding UK Business Aviation Charter Permit Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide

    Regulatory Compliance, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 4 M minute read
    7119
    Navigating UK charter permit requirements can be complex. This comprehensive guide outlines everything operators need to know about UK CAA ...
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  • 21
    Feb

    United Kingdom Third Country Operator Certificates (TCO) – Business Aviation Guide

    Regulatory Compliance, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 2 M minute read
    6218
    As a result of BREXIT, at the end of 2022, the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) no longer ...
    Read More
  • 7
    Feb

    UK Electronic Travel Authorization: Business Aviation Guide

    Regulatory Compliance, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 3 M minute read
    8619
    Learn about the UK's Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) scheme, its phased implementation, and how it will affect international business aviation ...
    Read More
  • 12
    Dec

    United Kingdom: 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 12 M minute read
    13143
    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
    9
    Dec

    London Stansted Airport – 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 6 M minute read
    15285
    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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  • 31
    Oct

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

    Destination Guides, Regulatory Compliance, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 5 M minute read
    12800
    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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  • 11
    Mar

    London: 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 12 M minute read
    22132
    The London area is an easy GA operating environment and a pleasurable experience for crews as all airports have excellent ...
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  • 5
    Sep

    London Fashion Week 2023 – Business Aviation Planning Guide

    Archive, High-Traffic Events
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 4 M minute read
    15173
    London Fashion Week is held three times a year. It is part of the "Big 4" international fashion weeks. It ...
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  • 27
    Jul

    London-Stansted (Onboard Pets Passport): Business Aviation Guide

    Bizav Best Practice, Destination Guides, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 4 M minute read
    6062
    Onboard can enter the UK via Stansted (EGSS), and this is great news for many UK-bound business aircraft operators. There ...
    Read More
  • 20
    Sep

    Traveling to Leuchars Airport: Changes for GA Ops

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Jason Hayward
    PT 4 M minute read
    4431
    If you’re flying to St Andrews for golf, Leuchars (EGQL) is the closest and preferred general aviation (GA) airport. St ...
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