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    Jorge Alva

    Jorge Alva

    Jorge Alva is an expert on business aviation operations and ensuring maintenance of global standards, safety and compliance at the ground support level throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. Since 2011, he has served as Regional Director of Operations, Latin America and Caribbean, for Universal Aviation. Prior to his current role, Jorge, who has been with Universal Aviation since 1999, served as Operations Manager for Universal Aviation Mexico – Toluca. Jorge’s experience also includes 18 years as a flight engineer, where he accumulated more than 8,000 flight hours. Jorge has a mechanical engineering degree from Universidad Iberoamericana and a graduate degree in business strategy and development from Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México.

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    • Bizav Ops to Mexican Resort Destinations – Part 3: Passports, Visas & CIQ
      27
      Dec

      Bizav Ops to Mexican Resort Destinations – Part 3: Passports, Visas & CIQ

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 3 M minute read
      1687
      For U.S. and many other nationals access to Mexico is straight-forward and easy. However, there are considerations to be ...
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    • Bizav Ops to Mexican Resort Destinations – Part 2: Fuel, Catering, Cabotage & Local Area
      20
      Dec

      Bizav Ops to Mexican Resort Destinations – Part 2: Fuel, Catering, Cabotage & Local Area

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 3 M minute read
      1694
      The good news for general aviation (GA) operators heading to popular Mexican resort destinations during peak travel season is that ...
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    • Bizav Ops to Mexican Resort Destinations – Part 1: Airports & Permits
      13
      Dec

      Bizav Ops to Mexican Resort Destinations – Part 1: Airports & Permits

      Destinations
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 3 M minute read
      1738
      High season for general aviation (GA) operations to Mexican resort destinations is mid-November through the end of April. While airport ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations to Los Cabos after Hurricane Odile
      18
      Nov

      Business Aircraft Operations to Los Cabos after Hurricane Odile

      Archive
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 5 M minute read
      1269
      On September 14, Hurricane Odile made landfall in Los Cabos, Mexico, causing significant damage throughout Mexico’s Baja California peninsula. Authorities ...
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    • More Mexico Permit Changes: Part 2 – Potential Issues and Penalties
      20
      Jun

      More Mexico Permit Changes: Part 2 – Potential Issues and Penalties

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 3 M minute read
      1226
      With the implementation of Mandatory Circular CO SA-02/14 R1 in Mexico, be aware that local airport comandantes are still in ...
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    • More Mexico Permit Changes: Part 1 - Positive Developments for GA
      20
      Jun

      More Mexico Permit Changes: Part 1 – Positive Developments for GA

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 4 M minute read
      1639
      On June 18, 2014 regulatory changes went into effect which significantly increases flexibility for many foreign registered general aviation (GA) ...
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    • Operations to Mexico: Hotels, Local Area and Culture
      19
      Dec

      Operations to Mexico: Hotels, Local Area and Culture

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 4 M minute read
      1381
      For business aircraft operators traveling to Mexico, attention should be given to planning for hotels, security, and navigating local culture. ...
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    • Operational Tips for Mexico – Landing Permits for Private Aircraft
      3
      Oct

      Operational Tips for Mexico – Landing Permits for Private Aircraft

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 3 M minute read
      2470
      The landing permit process for Mexico varies from straightforward to complex, depending on the type of operation. While private non-revenue ...
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    • Operational Tips for Mexico – Jet Fuel, Security and Additional Services
      26
      Sep

      Operational Tips for Mexico – Jet Fuel, Security and Additional Services

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 4 M minute read
      1870
      When operating a business aircraft to Mexico, it’s important to plan in advance for fuel, and security, and other mission-critical ...
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    • Business Aviation Operations in Mexico – Ground Handling
      29
      Aug

      Business Aviation Operations in Mexico – Ground Handling

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 4 M minute read
      1810
      While full ground handler services and credit are available throughout Mexico for business aircraft operators, it’s best to work with ...
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    • Business Aviation Operations in Mexico – Understanding Airport Ops
      22
      Aug

      Business Aviation Operations in Mexico – Understanding Airport Ops

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      PT 3 M minute read
      2294
      Many airports in Mexico have curfews and overtime restrictions that should be taken into consideration when planning your next business ...
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