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    Tag: central america

    • 26
      Oct

      COVID Air Travel Update – Costa Rica: Entry Requirements & Life on the Ground

      COVID-19, Destinations
      By Oscar Sanchez
      565
      Costa Rica will be completely open to passengers from all countries, including the United States, Nov. 1, 2020 in time ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Panama – Part 2: Permits & CIQ
      21
      Jun

      Business Aircraft Ops to Panama – Part 2: Permits & CIQ

      Destinations
      By Marcella Klauser
      1360
      For a permit and documentation perspective Panama is an easy and friendly operating environment. Landing permits can usually be processed ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Panama – Part 1: Airports, Handling & Local Area
      14
      Jun

      Business Aircraft Ops to Panama – Part 1: Airports, Handling & Local Area

      Destinations
      By Marcella Klauser
      1639
      Panama is a welcoming operating environment for general aviation (GA) with full handling, support services, aviation fuel and credit arrangements ...
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    • Zika Virus and Business Aviation: Considerations for International Operators
      14
      Apr

      Zika Virus and Business Aviation: Considerations for International Operators

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Robert Moya
      1983
      Active transmission of Zika virus is a factor in certain countries and territories as noted on the Centers for Disease ...
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    • Update for Operations to Guatemala: Landing & Overflight Permits
      16
      Dec

      Update for Operations to Guatemala: Landing & Overflight Permits

      Destinations
      By Sherrell Hare
      1634
      Guatemala recently revised its permit application process, and business aircraft operators must be mindful of these new and specific changes ...
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    • Operating to Panama – Part 3: CIQ Clearance and Security
      28
      May

      Operating to Panama – Part 3: CIQ Clearance and Security

      Destinations
      By Justin Murray
      1333
      Clearing Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) in Panama is a fairly simple and straightforward procedure for business aircraft crew members ...
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    • Operating to Panama – Part 2: Airports and Operational Tips
      21
      May

      Operating to Panama – Part 2: Airports and Operational Tips

      Destinations
      By Justin Murray
      1406
      For business aircraft operators traveling to Panama, there are a number of suitable airports to choose from. Full support services ...
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    • Operating to Panama – Part 1: Flight Permits and Approvals
      14
      May

      Operating to Panama – Part 1: Flight Permits and Approvals

      Destinations
      By Justin Murray
      1743
      When you conduct business aircraft operation to Panama, it's best to ensure that all appropriate documentation has been forwarded to ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Hotel Considerations
      7
      May

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Hotel Considerations

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      1486
      Hotels in Costa Rica are generally of high standards, and business aircraft operators will typically have plenty of options to ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Documentation & Local Area
      30
      Apr

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Documentation & Local Area

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      1539
      It's important to be mindful of documentation and procedural requirements impacting business aircraft operations to Costa Rica. Something as simple ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Flight Planning, Weather, & NOTAMs
      23
      Apr

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Flight Planning, Weather, & NOTAMs

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      1896
      For business aircraft operators, flight planning for Costa Rica is a straightforward process if the destination is an international airport. ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Permits, PPRs, and Airport Slots
      16
      Apr

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Permits, PPRs, and Airport Slots

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      2423
      While Costa Rica is a relatively easy and business aviation-friendly environment, there are operating and parking limitations to be mindful ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: CIQ and Agriculture
      9
      Apr

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: CIQ and Agriculture

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      1640
      While the Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine (CIQ) process in Costa Rica is relatively easy for business aviation, crew members and ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Airport Operations
      2
      Apr

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Airport Operations

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      2412
      While landing permits are not needed for private non-revenue and charter (non-scheduled commercial) operations, there are certain limitations and considerations ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Fuel, Additional Services, and Security
      26
      Mar

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Fuel, Additional Services, and Security

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      1785
      When operating to Costa Rica, it’s best to preplan aviation fuel uplifts, well in advance, particularly during high season (end ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Ground Handling – Part 2
      19
      Mar

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Ground Handling – Part 2

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      1492
      Continuing from our last article covering ground handling in Costa Rica, there are some additional considerations when it comes ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Ground Handling – Part 1
      12
      Mar

      Business Aircraft Ops to Costa Rica: Ground Handling – Part 1

      Destinations
      By Delmark Muir
      1477
      Costa Rica is a friendly destination for business aircraft operations. Ground handling quality is high at major airports, and most ...
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    • Tips for Planning Your First Mission to Mexico & Central America
      2
      Sep

      Tips for Planning Your First Mission to Mexico & Central America

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Daniel Crouch
      1219
      For business aircraft operators planning their first trip to Mexico or Central America, preplanning is key. While these are relatively ...
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    • Large Aircraft Operations in North and Latin America: Part 2 – Planning Details
      4
      Aug

      Large Aircraft Operations in North and Latin America: Part 2 – Planning Details

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jerri Banks
      1265
      With sufficient and effective pre-planning, large aircraft operations can be accomplished to most destinations worldwide without significant issues. Be sure ...
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    • Large Aircraft Operations in North and Latin America: Part 1 – Top Considerations
      28
      Jul

      Large Aircraft Operations in North and Latin America: Part 1 – Top Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jerri Banks
      1247
      Large aircraft operations can present unique requirements and challenges in terms of trip pre-planning and day-of-operation considerations. To address these ...
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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 Juan Muniz
      1251
      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
      1694
      On June 18, 2014 regulatory changes went into effect which significantly increases flexibility for many foreign registered general aviation (GA) ...
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