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Universal Chairman’s Note * A WIN against ATC Privatization – Thank You!
I’m excited to announce that, thanks to you, we have achieved a MAJOR WIN for Business and General Aviation! It ... -
Security Tips – Higher Threat Locations – Part 2: Local Crime and Kidnap Scenarios
When traveling with a private aircraft there’s a perception of wealth and there are people who see this as an ... -
Security Tips for Higher Threat Locations – Part 1: Risk Mitigation
There are security risks to consider at all international destinations but some locations have higher threat levels than others. While ... -
Top Destinations for Brazil – Part 2: Parking, CIQ and Services
At many airports in Brazil it can be difficult obtaining aircraft parking and, in some cases, you may need to ... -
Top Destinations for Brazil – Part 1: Airport Considerations
This is a post by author Adonis Bastos. Adonis is the Flight Coordinator at Universal Aviation Brazil, which has aircraft ... -
International Tech Stops – Part 2: Permits & Operating Tips
This business aviation blog post continues from our article last week, entitled “International Tech Stops – Part 1: Clearance and ... -
International Tech Stops – Part 1: Clearance and Landing Considerations
Procedures and requirements for clearing customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) on international tech stops vary across the world. While some ... -
Operating Requirements: Part 4 – Best Practice Tips
An international check list is always an effective tool when planning an international trip. Ensure you have all required overflight ... -
Calculating ETPs for GA Aircraft – Part 2: Special Considerations
When a variety of equal time point (ETP) possibilities are available, operators have the option of being more selective and ... -
Operating Requirements: Part 3 – Particular Restrictions
It’s always important to do your due diligence in terms of pre-trip planning. Consequences of missing a procedural step or ... -
Calculating ETPs for GA Aircraft: Business Aviation Guide
There’s no regulatory requirement for general aviation (GA) operators to calculate Equal Time Points (ETPs) when planning and filing flight ... -
Operating Requirements: Part 2 – Unique Procedures
Many unique operating requirements, here and there around the world, are location specific while others depend on the type of ... -
Understanding Food Terminology – Differences between the United Kingdom and the United States
It’s important to be very specific when ordering catering. Be mindful that any part of a catering order can be ... -
Operating Requirements: Part 1 – Unique Airport and Country Considerations
Business aviation remains the best way to move around the world. There are, however, a myriad of assorted operating requirements ... -
Operating to RPLL – Part 1: Airport & Operating Considerations
Manila is a popular destination for business and leisure purposes and attracts a steady flow of general aviation (GA) activity. ... -
EU Regulatory Update: Passport Expiration Dates, Part 1 – Rule Changes
Beginning June 26, 2013 a regulatory amendment was put into effect by the European Parliament for European Union (EU) border ... -
Flight Planning Tips for North American Region
Flight planning procedures are relatively unrestrictive and user friendly within the North American airspace. There are, however, equipment requirements, restrictions, ... -
European Region Flight Planning Tips
Network Manager (NM), or Network Management Operations Centre (NMOC) – previously known as the Central Flow Management Unit (CFMU)-- ... -
Flight Planning Tips When Operating to Asia
Routing and airway restrictions are more common in Asia than in many other parts of the world. It’s important to ... -
Traveling to Leuchars Airport: Changes for GA Ops
If you’re flying to St Andrews for golf, Leuchars (EGQL) is the closest and preferred general aviation (GA) airport. St ... -
Executive Security in Business Aviation: Part 3 – Weapons Considerations
Unfortunately, it’s not practical to hire executive protection type-licensed to carry and use weapons at all worldwide locations. In order ... -
Executive Security in Business Aviation: Part 2 – Security Specifics
It’s always important to consider security risks at planned destinations and, when needed, to obtain advance intelligence briefs and organize ...
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