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    Tag: middle east

    • 10
      Apr

      ADS-B UPDATE 2023 – WHERE ARE WE NOW?

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Jason Davidson
      17140
      The following is an overview of what ADS-B is, which countries already require ADS-B, and those who have upcoming mandates:
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    • 20
      Feb

      Bahrain F1 Grand Prix 2023: Business Aviation Planning Guide

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Universal
      2650
      This year’s Bahrain Formula One Grand Prix takes place March 3-5 at the Sakhir Circuit. This popular event draws a ...
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    • 11
      Jan

      China Reopening Guide for Business Aviation

      Archive
      By Yini Lin
      1414
      Here’s everything business aviation operators need to know about China’s reopening and how its current COVID surge is impacting international ...
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    • 28
      Nov

      Istanbul Ataturk Airport – 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

      Destination Guides, Turkey
      By Tuba Oguz
      2321
      Recent reports indicate that more operators prefer using Ataturk Airport (LTBA), in favor of Sabiha Gokcen (LTFJ). when operating to ...
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    • 18
      Nov

      Istanbul, Turkey: 2023 Business Aviation Destination Guide

      Destination Guides, Turkey
      By Tuba Oguz
      2370
      Istanbul has three airports of entry (AOE), Istanbul Airport (LTFM), Ataturk Airport (LTBA), and Sabiha Gokcen (LTFJ). Even though Istanbul ...
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    • 17
      Oct

      Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix 2022: Business Aviation Planning Guide

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Russell Bunger
      4516
      The 2022 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix takes place Nov. 17-20, 2022. The race is a highlight of the Formula One ...
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    • 16
      Oct

      2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar – Business Aviation Planning Guide

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Robert Moya
      2297
      The FIFA World Cup 2022 will take place in Qatar from 20 November to 18 December 2022. Here’s everything you ...
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    • 7
      Jul

      COVID Travel Restrictions Impacting Business Aviation

      Archive
      By Universal
      45294
      The impact of the global COVID travel restrictions on business aviation is fluid and evolving by the minute. This article ...
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    • 6
      May

      U.S. CBP Provides Clarification on Permit to Proceed (P2P) Requirements

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Adam Hartley
      3137
      After a cross-departmental review, CBP determined Permit-to-Proceed (P2P) regulations do not apply broadly to passenger operations as has been practice, ...
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    • Africa COVID restrictions
      30
      Mar

      Middle East and Africa: Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact on business aviation

      Archive
      By Universal
      12208
      Middle East & Africa COVID Restrictions March 30, 2022 Summary info for vaccinated travelers only. Detailed intelligence available. – This is ...
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    • 3
      Feb

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

      Bizav Best Practice, Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      1603
      There is growing optimism that based on vaccine rollouts and new vaccine passport programs, business aviation activity may begin to ...
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    • 16
      Jan

      Universal Aviation network expands to Turkey!

      Universal News
      By Greg Evans
      2538
      2020 is off to a busy start for Universal, as we continue to expand our global FBO and Ground Services ...
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    • 10
      Dec

      Business Jet Destination Guide: Saudi Arabia

      Destination Guides, Saudi Arabia
      By Keith Foreman
      5298
      Saudi Arabia has long been one of the busiest and most popular business aviation destinations in the Middle East. Operating ...
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    • 3
      Dec

      Operating a business jet to MEBAA? Here’s what you need to know

      High-Traffic Events
      By Greg Linton
      3326
      The Middle East Business Aviation Association (MEBAA) airshow is the leading business aviation exhibition in the Middle East for business ...
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    • Operating to Israel – Part 3: Permits and Operating Procedures
      14
      Mar

      Operating to Israel – Part 3: Permits and Operating Procedures

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jeff Kelley
      3647
      Israel permit procedures are, in many ways, unique and requirements are strictly enforced. It’s recommended that first time operators to ...
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    • 28
      Feb

      Operating to Israel – Part 2: Flight and Operating Restrictions

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jeff Kelley
      6003
      In this part of the world operators need to be mindful of restrictions impacting operations to/from Israel and the rest ...
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    • Operating to Israel – Part 1: Airports & Local Area
      21
      Feb

      Operating to Israel – Part 1: Airports & Local Area

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jeff Kelley
      4200
      Operating to Israel involves unique operating considerations, restrictions and security procedures that can complicate trip planning. For general aviation (GA) ...
      Read More
    • Tips for Selecting a Business Aviation Tech Stop – Part 2: Permits, Airport Slots & PPRs
      22
      Feb

      Tips for Selecting a Business Aviation Tech Stop – Part 2: Permits, Airport Slots & ...

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
      2903
      When planning international tech stops issues such as permits, airport slots, prior permissions required (PPRs), visa requirements and customs, immigration, ...
      Read More
    • Tips for Selecting a Business Aviation Tech Stop – Part 1: Key Considerations
      15
      Feb

      Tips for Selecting a Business Aviation Tech Stop – Part 1: Key Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
      3654
      Choosing the best tech stops for your long-haul international trip is always an important planning item. Considerations include route of ...
      Read More
    • How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 3 – 7 Popular Airports with Challenging Slots
      20
      Jun

      How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 3 – 7 Popular Airports with Challenging ...

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Katherine Scheer-Perry
      2300
      Here and there around the world you’ll encounter airport slot situations more challenging than the average. These are typically very ...
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    • How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 2 – Slot Challenges
      6
      Jun

      How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 2 – Slot Challenges

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Katherine Scheer-Perry
      3087
      Some airports are more challenging than others in terms of obtaining/revising airport slots. Certain locations confirm slot requests well prior ...
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    • How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 1 – Slot Basics and Tips
      30
      May

      How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 1 – Slot Basics and Tips

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Katherine Scheer-Perry
      3080
      More and more airports are requiring slots due to congestion issues, and these slot requirements differ depending upon the airport ...
      Read More
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