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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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    • 5
      Sep

      London Fashion Week 2023 – Business Aviation Planning Guide

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      13614
      London Fashion Week is held three times a year. It is part of the "Big 4" international fashion weeks. It ...
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    • 15
      Aug

      London: 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

      Destination Guides, United Kingdom
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 11 M minute read
      16202
      The London area is an easy GA operating environment and a pleasurable experience for crews as all airports have excellent ...
      Read More
    • 27
      Jul

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

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      4511
      Onboard can enter the UK via Stansted (EGSS), and this is great news for many UK-bound business aircraft operators. There ...
      Read More
    • 8
      Jun

      British Grand Prix 2023: Business Aviation Guide

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 5 M minute read
      8966
      The 2023 British F1 Grand Prix will take place from July 7-9, 2023, at the legendary Silverstone Circuit, roughly 90 ...
      Read More
    • 30
      May

      Wimbledon 2023: Business Aviation Planning Guide

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      7513
      Our top London airport recommendation for business aviation operators attending Wimbledon is Northolt. It's not only the closest airport to ...
      Read More
    • Universal Aviation Stansted
      28
      May

      London Stansted Airport – 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

      Destination Guides, United Kingdom
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 7 M minute read
      11095
      London Stansted (EGSS) is a 24/7 airport of entry (AOE) with plenty of GA parking and complete support services approximately with ...
      Read More
    • 17
      Apr

      United Kingdom: 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

      Destination Guides, United Kingdom
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 11 M minute read
      9374
      The United Kingdom is one of the busiest and most sophisticated business aviation destination countries in the world. As a ...
      Read More
    • 17
      Mar

      UK Electronic Travel Authorization Starts in October 2023

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      6101
      The United Kingdom Government announced that is developing an Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme similar in scope to the United States ...
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    • 21
      Feb

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

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      4837
      As a result of BREXIT, at the end of 2022, the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) no longer ...
      Read More
    • 21
      Feb

      King Charles Coronation impact on London Ops

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      6322
      We are advising clients not to cancel any upcoming trips to London due to King Charles' Coronation, as we believe ...
      Read More
    • Northolt Airport
      28
      Nov

      London RAF Northolt Airport – 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

      Destination Guides, United Kingdom
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 5 M minute read
      6218
      Northolt Airport is the best airport option for business aviation operators with business in Central London due to its proximity ...
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    • London COVID
      14
      Feb

      UK COVID 19 Restrictions for Business Aviation Operating Crew & Pax

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      5886
      On May 17, 2021, the United Kingdom launched its new Red, Amber, and Green list rules for entering the UK.
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    • UK quarantine
      20
      Sep

      UK COVID Travel Restrictions for business aviation

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1132
      In a highly anticipated move, the quarantine requirement for fully vaccinated travelers from the EU and the US arriving in ...
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    • UEFA EURO 2020
      25
      May

      UEFA EURO 2020 in London: Business Jet planning guide

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      2313
      After being postponed in 2020 due to the COVID pandemic, London will be hosting the UEFA Euro 2020 finals between ...
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    • UK BREXIT business aviation
      27
      Jan

      How Brexit is impacting business aviation ops to the UK

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 5 M minute read
      6059
      With a little less than two months from Jan. 1, 2021 and the UK’s official exit from the EU, there ...
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    • 13
      Mar

      Best airport alternates during RAF Northolt’s closure

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 2 M minute read
      3691
      The runway at RAF Northolt Airport (EGWU) is scheduled to be closed for seven months in spring 2019. Depending on ...
      Read More
    • UK Charter Permits -- Regulatory Compliance
      9
      Aug

      UK Charter Permits – Regulatory Compliance

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      6406
      The processing of charter permits for the UK is managed by the UK CAA. It's important to be aware of ...
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    • 20
      Sep

      Traveling to Leuchars Airport: Changes for GA Ops

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      3856
      If you’re flying to St Andrews for golf, Leuchars (EGQL) is the closest and preferred general aviation (GA) airport. St ...
      Read More
    • Business Aviation and the London International Boat Show – Part 2: Permits, Airport Slots & CIQ
      14
      Dec

      Business Aviation and the London International Boat Show – Part 2: Permits, Airport Slots & ...

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      2254
      When traveling into London for the London International Boat Show (Jan 6-7, 2017), or any other time of year, you’ll ...
      Read More
    • Business Aviation and the London International Boat Show – Part 1: Airports, Parking & Ground Handling
      7
      Dec

      Business Aviation and the London International Boat Show – Part 1: Airports, Parking & Ground ...

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      2637
      London International Boat Show takes place Jan 6-15, 2017 at the ExCeL Exhibition Centre, located in the Royal Victoria Docks ...
      Read More
    • Business Aircraft Ops Planning: Rugby World Cup 2015 (UK)
      26
      Aug

      Business Aircraft Ops Planning: Rugby World Cup 2015 (UK)

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      2576
      The Rugby World Cup takes place once every four years, and this time it’s in the UK. This year, the ...
      Read More
    • Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Hotels and Local Area
      15
      Jan

      Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Hotels and Local Area

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      3011
      Flight crews will find some of the best hotels in the world – from 5-star London-area properties to assorted restored ...
      Read More
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