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    Jimmy Young

    Jimmy Young

    Sheng "Jimmy" Young worked for Universal until September 2016. While at Universal, he served in several positions, including Master Trip Owner in Trip Support Services and Country Manager for Universal Aviation China – Beijing. A native of China, Jimmy is fluent in Mandarin Chinese.

    • BizJet Planning Tips: B20 & G20 Summits in Hangzhou, China
      11
      Aug

      BizJet Planning Tips: B20 & G20 Summits in Hangzhou, China

      Archive
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 4 M minute read
      1813
      The first G20 Summit hosted by China takes place in Hangzhou on Sept 4 - 5. Every year, this event ...
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    • 2015 IAAF World Championship in Beijing: Top Operational Considerations
      11
      Aug

      2015 IAAF World Championship in Beijing: Top Operational Considerations

      Archive
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 4 M minute read
      1835
      The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) biennial World Championship takes place Aug 22-30 in Beijing. Primary event venue is ...
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    • Update: Aircraft Parking Restrictions in Beijing, China
      16
      Jun

      Update: Aircraft Parking Restrictions in Beijing, China

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 5 M minute read
      2216
      As of May 1, 2015, new parking restrictions went into effect at Beijing (ZBAA). These changes will impact many General ...
      Read More
    • Chinese 2015 Grand Prix – Part 2: Slots, Documentation & Local Area
      6
      Apr

      Chinese 2015 Grand Prix – Part 2: Slots, Documentation & Local Area

      Archive
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 4 M minute read
      1746
      Operators to China must ensure that appropriate lead times are considered when requesting permits and slots. Be aware that documentation ...
      Read More
    • Chinese 2015 Grand Prix – Part 1: Shanghai Airport & Parking Options
      30
      Mar

      Chinese 2015 Grand Prix – Part 1: Shanghai Airport & Parking Options

      Archive
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 4 M minute read
      1791
      The 2015 Chinese Grand Prix takes place April 10-12 at Shanghai. The Shanghai International Circuit, located about a 45-minute drive ...
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    • Understanding Beijing Aircraft Parking: Part 3 – Alternate Recommendation – Tianjin (ZBTJ)
      21
      Oct

      Understanding Beijing Aircraft Parking: Part 3 – Alternate Recommendation – Tianjin (ZBTJ)

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 3 M minute read
      1950
      If you need to keep your business aircraft in the Beijing area longer than 48 hours, it’s best to operate ...
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    • Understanding Beijing Aircraft Parking: Part 2 – Permits, Airport Slots, and Services
      14
      Oct

      Understanding Beijing Aircraft Parking: Part 2 – Permits, Airport Slots, and Services

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 3 M minute read
      2187
      For business aircraft operators traveling to China, it’s important to plan on sufficient lead time to obtain overflight and landing ...
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    • Understanding Beijing Aircraft Parking: Part 1 – Changes to GA Parking Rules
      7
      Oct

      Understanding Beijing Aircraft Parking: Part 1 – Changes to GA Parking Rules

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 4 M minute read
      1899
      Beijing (ZBAA) has experienced aircraft parking issues over the last few years. Recently, new restrictions were added limiting length of ...
      Read More
    • Business Aircraft Operations to Tianjin, China: Part 2 – Permits, Visas and CIQ
      30
      Sep

      Business Aircraft Operations to Tianjin, China: Part 2 – Permits, Visas and CIQ

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 3 M minute read
      1937
      Tianjin (ZBTJ), the preferred general aviation alternate for Beijing (ZBAA), is a straightforward destination in terms of airport access and ...
      Read More
    • 23
      Sep

      Business Aircraft Operations to Tianjin, China: Part 1 – Airport Basics

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 3 M minute read
      2108
      Tianjin (ZBTJ) is the preferred alternate airport for Beijing (ZBAA). It’s a good place to reposition if you require longer-term ...
      Read More
    • China Overflight and Landing Permits – Part 2: Permit Considerations
      13
      Feb

      China Overflight and Landing Permits – Part 2: Permit Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 3 M minute read
      2708
      Business aircraft operators planning flights to domestic and/or military airports in China are subject to longer lead times than those ...
      Read More
    • China Overflight and Landing Permits – Part 1: Changes in Lead Times and Revisions
      6
      Feb

      China Overflight and Landing Permits – Part 1: Changes in Lead Times and Revisions

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 4 M minute read
      2521
      If you have operated your business aircraft to China, you probably already know that landing and overflight permits are required ...
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    • Considerations When Operating to Beijing
      27
      Mar

      Considerations When Operating to Beijing

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 5 M minute read
      2094
      Beijing (ZBAA) is a busy airport with operating limitations that must be recognized. While the airport has become more business ...
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    • 6 Marriott Hotels in Beijing
      14
      Mar

      Navigating Local Culture in China: 6 Tips for Your First Business Aviation Trip

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 3 M minute read
      1740
      This aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to China and continues from our last post “9 ...
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    • 7
      Mar

      9 Important Tips for Flight Planning into China

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 4 M minute read
      3782
      This blog post is part of a series on operating to China and continues from our last post “13 Things ...
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    • 29
      Feb

      13 Things to Know About Overflight and Landing Permits in China

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 8 M minute read
      4965
      February 6, 2014: To see the updated regulations regarding China permits, please see our articles: "China Overflight and Landing Permits ...
      Read More
    • Don't use taxis in China for pax/crew ground transportation
      22
      Feb

      Flight Ops to China: Tips for Arranging Security, Ground Transport and In-flight Catering

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 2 M minute read
      2312
      This business aviation blog post is part of a series on operating to China and continues from our last post ...
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    • Credit cards can't be used to puchase aviation fuel in China
      15
      Feb

      8 Tips for Aircraft Ground Handling and Fueling in China

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 5 M minute read
      2655
      Ground handling and aviation fuel services in China are generally of a very high standard, particularly at major destinations. With ...
      Read More
    • 8
      Feb

      10 Must-Knows About Airport Operations and Customs When Flying into China

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jimmy Young
      PT 7 M minute read
      5647
      While China is a different operating environment than North America or Europe – in terms of airport ops, FBOs and ...
      Read More

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