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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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    • 27
      Jan

      How Brexit is impacting business aviation ops to the UK

      Ops Update
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 5 M minute read
      2302
      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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    • 6
      Feb

      BizAv Planning Tips: London Fashion Week

      High-Traffic Events
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 5 M minute read
      2661
      London Fashion Week is held twice a year, in both fall and spring, and it's part of the "Big 4" ...
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    • 19
      Jul

      Business Jet Destination Guide: London

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 12 M minute read
      2055
      The London area is an easy GA operating environment and a pleasurable experience for crews as all airports have excellent ...
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    • 13
      Mar

      Best airport alternates during RAF Northolt’s closure

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 2 M minute read
      2165
      The runway at RAF Northolt Airport (EGWU) is scheduled to be closed for seven months in spring 2019. Depending on ...
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    • UK Charter Permits -- Regulatory Compliance
      9
      Aug

      UK Charter Permits – Regulatory Compliance

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      3399
      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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    • Traveling to Leuchars Airport: Changes for GA Ops
      20
      Sep

      Traveling to Leuchars Airport: Changes for GA Ops

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1991
      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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    • 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 & ...

      Bizav Best Practice, High-Traffic Events
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      1134
      When traveling into London for the London International Boat Show (Jan 6-7, 2017), or any other time of year, you’ll ...
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    • 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
      1432
      London International Boat Show takes place Jan 6-15, 2017 at the ExCeL Exhibition Centre, located in the Royal Victoria Docks ...
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    • 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
      1450
      The Rugby World Cup takes place once every four years, and this time it’s in the UK. This year, the ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Hotels and Local Area
      15
      Jan

      Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Hotels and Local Area

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1522
      Flight crews will find some of the best hotels in the world – from 5-star London-area properties to assorted restored ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Flight Planning, Weather & NOTAMs
      8
      Jan

      Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Flight Planning, Weather & NOTAMs

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1610
      While flight plan filing procedures are straightforward in the UK, it’s always best to work with a 3rd-party provider or ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Fuel, Additional Services, and Security
      18
      Dec

      Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Fuel, Additional Services, and Security

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1471
      For business aircraft operators traveling to the UK, requests for aviation fuel, in-flight catering, and other services should be made ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Permits and PPRs
      11
      Dec

      Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Permits and PPRs

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1811
      For business aircraft operating to the UK, there are situations when Prior Permission Required (PPR) and/or permits, for landing or ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Airport Slots
      4
      Dec

      Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Airport Slots

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      1890
      When airport slots are required for UK destinations, best practice is to submit requests as early as possible. Business aircraft ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine
      27
      Nov

      Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      2208
      For business aircraft operators, the Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) process is a quick and not an onerous procedure in ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Ground Handling
      20
      Nov

      Business Aircraft Operations in the UK: Ground Handling

      Destinations
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1941
      The UK is a common destination for business aviation operations. While UK ground handling services are of a high standard, ...
      Read More
    • UPDATE: New Requirements for UK-Area Airport Slots Effective Soon
      6
      Mar

      UPDATE: New Requirements for UK-Area Airport Slots Effective Soon

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 5 M minute read
      1971
      Amended airport slot procedures for the UK were implemented during the London Games in 2012. It’s been determined that these ...
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    • Pet Passport Travel – Now Available at London Stansted Airport (EGSS)
      3
      Jul

      Pet Passport Travel – Now Available at London Stansted Airport (EGSS)

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1884
      Onboard pets may now enter the UK via Stansted (EGSS), and this is great news for many UK-bound business aircraft ...
      Read More
    • Traveling to London for UEFA Champions League 2013 Final
      6
      May

      Trip Planning Tips for the UEFA Champions League 2013 Final in London

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      1349
      The UEFA Champions League 2013 Final takes place 25 May 2013 at Wembley Stadium on the north side of London. ...
      Read More
    • 30
      May

      Flying to Stansted, London (EGSS): Tips for Business Aviation Operators

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 4 M minute read
      1945
      There are eight airports in the immediate London area to handle general aviation (GA) flights, but only two are 24-hour ...
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    • 17
      Apr

      Pitfalls of Booking Airport Slots and Services for the 2012 London Olympic Games

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 5 M minute read
      1410
      This aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to London for the 2012 Olympics. If you are ...
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    • 17
      Jan

      4 Action Items for Successful 2012 London Olympic Games Trip Planning

      Archive
      By Jason Hayward
      PT 3 M minute read
      1299
      This aviation blog post is part of a series on trip planning for the 2012 London Olympics and continues from ...
      Read More
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