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  • 23
    Apr

    Barbados: 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Barbados, Destination Guides
    By Universal
    PT 5 M minute read
    124
    Barbados offers excellent infrastructure for business aviation, featuring 24/7 FBO services, streamlined CIQ processing, and reliable operations at Grantley Adams ...
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  • 20
    Mar

    Bahrain F1 Grand Prix 2025: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Universal
    PT 4 M minute read
    7152
    This year’s Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix takes place April 11-13 at the Sakhir Circuit. This popular event draws a ...
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  • 11
    Feb

    Dominican Republic: 2025 Business Aviation Destination Guide

    Destination Guides, Dominican Republic
    By Universal
    PT 6 M minute read
    10746
    The Dominican Republic, the second-largest Caribbean nation, offers excellent infrastructure for general aviation operations across major airports. From streamlined permit ...
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  • SENEAM Fees for Travel to or over Mexico – Part 1: Calculating Fees & Managing Payments
    27
    Jan

    2025 Guide to Mexico SENEAM Fees for Business Aviation Operators

    Mexico, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 3 M minute read
    7768
    SENEAM fees are mandatory charges for operating within Mexican airspace or using airports outside normal hours. These navigation service fees ...
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  • Business Aviation Operations in Mexico – Understanding Airport Ops
    17
    Dec

    Mexico Winter 2024 Ramp Inspection Program: Business Aviation Guide

    Mexico, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 2 M minute read
    436
    Mexico's Civil Aviation Authority (AFAC) has launched a comprehensive Winter 2024 Ramp Inspections Program affecting all aircraft operations. Running from ...
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  • 17
    Oct

    Belgium GenDec Requirements: Comprehensive Guide for Business Aviation | 2024 Update

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 2 M minute read
    175
    Belgium's new GenDec requirements represent a significant change for business aviation operators flying to or from non-Schengen countries. By understanding ...
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  • 11
    Sep

    Mexico Permit Changes 2024: Business Aviation Guide

    Mexico, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 3 M minute read
    16752
    Mexico has implemented significant changes to its aviation permit process in 2024, affecting both private and charter operations. From new ...
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  • 4
    Sep

    Skip the Lines at SJO/MROC: New Fast Track Service in Costa Rica’s Main Airport

    Costa Rica, Destination Guides, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 3 M minute read
    160
    Discover how the new Fast Track service at SJO airport in Costa Rica can save you hours of waiting time ...
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  • 21
    Aug

    U.S. CBP Reimbursable Services Program (RSP) for Business Aviation is a Must Have for Enhancing ...

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 5 M minute read
    5532
    RSP allows CBP to provide additional inspection services upon the request of approved RSP partners at times when otherwise these ...
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  • 26
    Jun

    F1 Hungarian Grand Prix 2024: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Universal
    PT 5 M minute read
    11442
    As you prepare for your trip to the Hungarian Grand Prix 2024, remember that Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (LHBP) ...
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  • 5
    Jun

    ICC Men’s T20 World Cup (Cricket), 2024 – Final in Barbados

    Archive, High-Traffic Events
    By Universal
    PT 3 M minute read
    363
    The 2024 ICC Men's T20 World Cup will be held in Barbados on June 29, 2024. Depending on which two ...
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  • 22
    Apr

    French Open Tennis 2024: Business Aviation Guide

    High-Traffic Events
    By Universal
    PT 4 M minute read
    8781
    If you're planning to attend the 2024 French Open or have a business aviation mission scheduled for Paris during the ...
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  • 3
    Apr

    Major Process Changes to United Kingdom General Aviation Report (GAR) Submission

    Featured Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 2 M minute read
    2637
    Significant updates to the United Kingdom's General Aviation Report (GAR) submission process took effect on April 6, 2024, introducing pivotal ...
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  • 4
    Jan

    Mexico Annual Permits for Private Operators Replaced by Single-Entry Authorization in 2024

    Featured Regulatory Compliance, Mexico, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 3 M minute read
    8919
    During a recent meeting with Mexico Civil Aviation (AFAC), Universal Aviation Mexico learned that beginning Jan. 1, 2024, Mexico Annual/Multiple-Entry ...
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  • 3
    Jan

    G7 Summit 2024 in Puglia, Italy: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    Archive, High-Traffic Events
    By Universal
    PT 4 M minute read
    8353
    G7 Summit 2024: Heavy airport congestion in Italy - What You Need to Know to Plan Your Business Jet Operations.
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  • 2
    Oct

    Paris 2023 Rugby World Cup: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    Archive
    By Universal
    PT 3 M minute read
    5592
    The level of airport congestion at Paris Le Bourget is likely to vary depending on which teams advance to the ...
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  • 28
    Sep

    New 2023 U.S. Customs Rules for Private Outbound Flights

    Featured Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 2 M minute read
    8342
    U.S. Customs in 2023 has begun increasing its scrutiny on outbound clearance processes, particularly for Private Non-Revenue flights. Here's what ...
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  • 25
    Sep

    Mexico City F1 Grand Prix 2023: Business aviation planning guide

    Archive
    By Universal
    PT 4 M minute read
    11628
    Since its return to Mexico City in 2015, the Mexican Grand Prix, has become a major international event, drawing large ...
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  • 22
    May

    Art Basel Switzerland 2023: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    Archive, High-Traffic Events
    By Universal
    PT 4 M minute read
    11093
    Art Basel is one of the world’s premier modern and contemporary art shows and is held annually in Basel, Hong ...
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  • 25
    Apr

    EBACE 2023: Business Aviation Planning Guide

    Archive
    By Universal
    PT 6 M minute read
    11679
    The annual European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition (EBACE) is Europe's largest business aviation tradeshow. This year's event will take ...
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  • 10
    Apr

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

    Featured Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    PT 2 M minute read
    9338
    Non-U.S. registered operators conducting frequent non-scheduled commercial / charter operations require authorization from the Department of Transport (DOT). In this ...
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  • 30
    Mar

    We Need You to Comment Today to Oppose CBP’s Notice of Proposed Rule Making that ...

    Archive
    By Universal
    PT < 1 M minute read
    6034
    U.S. CBP has issued a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM) with major implications for additional U.S. APIS requirements. The short story ...
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