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    Juan Muniz

    Juan Muniz

    Juan Muniz is the Lead Global Regulatory Specialist with Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. He has been with Universal® for over 16 years and is an expert on U.S., Mexico, and international regulations. Juan’s expertise extends to other regulatory issues such as all Customs and Border Protection/APIS notifications, Visa Waiver Program, Global Emissions, and much more. He has established himself as a Subject Matter Expert in working with U.S. and other international government agencies.

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    • 28
      Feb

      EASA Environmental Registration Mandate – What business aviation operators need to know

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      882
      A fast-approaching March 2022 deadline is nearing, requiring certain aircraft to comply with the European Union’s Environmental Safety Administration (EASA) ...
      Read More
    • 15
      Feb

      DOT 375 Exemption & Special Authorization why non-U.S. operators may need it and how to ...

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 2 M minute read
      1284
      Non-U.S. registered operators conducting frequent non-scheduled commercial / charter operations require authorization from the Department of Transport (DOT). In this ...
      Read More
    • 3
      Feb

      Identifying regulatory gaps to optimize your flight department’s operational flexibility

      Bizav Best Practice, Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 2 M minute read
      911
      There is growing optimism that based on vaccine rollouts and new vaccine passport programs, business aviation activity may begin to ...
      Read More
    • 4
      Dec

      Ops Update: New Random Ramp Checks in Mexico – What you need to know

      Ops Update, Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      3763
      As part of a crackdown on illegal charter flights in Mexico from N-Registerd Part 91 operators, AFAC has implemented random ...
      Read More
    • 31
      Oct

      AFAC replacing DGAC in Mexico – separating truth from speculation

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 2 M minute read
      3915
      On Oct. 16, 2019, it was announced that Civil Aviation Authority in Mexico (DGAC) would be replaced by a new ...
      Read More
    • 30
      May

      New Mandatory Inspections for Private Flights into Mexico

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 2 M minute read
      4502
      Mexico’s Secretariat of Communications and Transportation (SCT) has issued a notice to all airports in Mexico stating that they must ...
      Read More
    • U.S. Customs & e-APIS for Private Non-Revenue Made Easy: Part 3 – eAPIS Considerations
      22
      May

      U.S. Customs & e-APIS for Private Non-Revenue Made Easy: Part 3 – eAPIS Considerations

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      3702
      eAPIS requirements for Part 91 (private non-revenue) GA differ from APIS mandates applicable to Part 135 (non-scheduled commercial) and Part ...
      Read More
    • APIS contact tracing
      15
      May

      U.S. Customs & e-APIS for Private Non-Revenue Made Easy: Part 2 – Visas, ESTAs and ...

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      3300
      Issues continue to occur, from time to time, with general aviation (GA) passengers arriving without visas or with incorrect visas. ...
      Read More
    • U.S. Customs & e-APIS for Private Non-Revenue Made Easy: Part 1 – Setting up CIQ clearance
      7
      May

      U.S. Customs & e-APIS for Private Non-Revenue Made Easy: Part 1 – Setting up CIQ ...

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      3962
      Don't assume that because you've filed eAPIS, that U.S. Customs need not be notified of your international arrival. All operators ...
      Read More
    • Permissions for Non-U.S. Charter Flights to the U.S. – Part 2: Additional Considerations
      18
      Sep

      Permissions for Non-U.S. Charter Flights to the U.S. – Part 2: Additional Considerations

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      4220
      There are only rare cases where the Department of Transportation (DOT) actually notifies operators on required permissions and procedures for ...
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    • Permissions for Non-U.S. Charter Flights to the U.S. – Part 1: General Requirements
      4
      Sep

      Permissions for Non-U.S. Charter Flights to the U.S. – Part 1: General Requirements

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      3193
      When operating charters (non-schedued commercial) to/from the U.S., with non-U.S. registered aircraft, there are many considerations to be mindful of. ...
      Read More
    • Canada to Require Electronic Travel Authorization
      16
      Feb

      Canada to Require Electronic Travel Authorization

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      3232
      As of March 15, 2016, Canada will require Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for all visa-exempt foreign nationals entering the country ...
      Read More
    • Colombia APIS: New Requirements for Business Aircraft Ops
      12
      Nov

      Colombia APIS: New Requirements for Business Aircraft Ops

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      2561
      As of August 2015 a new regulatory requirement mandates Advanced Passenger Information System (APIS) reporting for all business aircraft operations ...
      Read More
    • Cuba APIS requirements Now Required for BizAv Ops
      26
      Oct

      Cuba APIS Now Required for BizAv Ops

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      3037
      Please note that this article and the materials available herein are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose ...
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    • SENEAM Fees for Travel to or over Mexico – Part 2: Dealing with a SENEAM Suspension
      28
      Jul

      SENEAM Fees for Travel to or over Mexico – Part 2: Dealing with a SENEAM ...

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      2430
      When applying for a Mexican permit, you will not be notified of any outstanding Servicios a la Navegacion en el ...
      Read More
    • SENEAM Fees for Travel to or over Mexico – Part 1: Calculating Fees & Managing Payments
      21
      Jul

      SENEAM Fees for Travel to or over Mexico – Part 1: Calculating Fees & Managing ...

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      3173
      Servicios a la Navegacion en el Espacio Aereo Mexicano (SENEAM) fees are incurred when operating within Mexican airspace and when ...
      Read More
    • Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: TSA Waivers – Part 2: Application Process
      25
      Mar

      Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: TSA Waivers – Part 2: Application Process

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      2247
      The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) waiver application process is now more streamlined and user-friendlier than it was in the past. ...
      Read More
    • Buisness Aviation Trip Planning Tips: TSA Waivers – Part 1: Knowing When to Apply for One
      18
      Mar

      Business Aviation Trip Planning Tips: TSA Waivers – Part 1: Knowing When to Apply for ...

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 3 M minute read
      2448
      While there are a variety of TSA waiver types available, the most commonly requested waivers are for international movements – ...
      Read More
    • Mexico APIS: Now Required for Business Aviation Flights
      22
      Jan

      Mexico APIS: Now Required for Business Aviation Flights

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      4252
      As of January 1, 2014, Mexico requires Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) filings for both private non-revenue and charter (non-scheduled ...
      Read More
    • Mexico's SENEAM Fee and Business Aviation – Part Two: Paying SENEAM Fees
      28
      Nov

      Mexico’s SENEAM Fee and Business Aviation – Part Two: Paying SENEAM Fees

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      2202
      While there are many parameters to consider when dealing with SENEAM fee payment issues, the process can become manageable when ...
      Read More
    • Mexico’s SENEAM Fee and Business Aviation – Part One: Explaining SENEAM Fees
      20
      Nov

      Mexico’s SENEAM Fee and Business Aviation – Part One: Explaining SENEAM Fees

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      4021
      Overdue SENEAM navigation (nav) and overtime fees have become a hot-button topic within the business aviation industry this year. This ...
      Read More
    • 11
      Jul

      What You Need to Know about FAA Special-Route Clearances

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Juan Muniz
      PT 4 M minute read
      3842
      Operators with aircraft registered in certain counties require both a TSA waiver and special FAA route clearance when flying to ...
      Read More

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