Dubai Airshow is firmly established as a key event on the international aerospace calendar consistently connecting key buyers and decision-makers in a highly focused environment. Dubai Airshow is held this year (2019) from 17th till 21st November at Dubai World Central. The event is forecast to attract 1,300 exhibitors and 87,000 attendees. For those planning to attend this venue or travel to Dubai during this time frame, early trip planning…
Gulfstream announced its new ultra long-rang aircraft the Gulfstream G700 a couple of days ago during NBAA-BACE in Las Vegas. The G700 announcement has certainly grabbed a lot of attention at this year's NBAA-BACE. The ultra long-range G700 will be Gulfstream’s new flagship, a step up from its current G650ER in several respects, and with a specification that is a close rival to Bombardier’s Global 7500 in some areas, and…
Mexico is one of the most visited countries in the world, Mexico City is also a popular leisure destination for private jet charter customers. Whether you’re looking to enjoy historical monuments like the Mesoamerican ruins, or you’re looking to escape from it all in a luxurious resort on the beach, Mexico has a lot to offer. Mexico’s general aviation trip planning requires a bit more preparation due to seasonal event…
Planning a successful international trip can be challenging due to the amount of documentation required and the multiple different variables to count for. I will try to highlight what you should put into consideration when planning an international trip. This is more of a generic guideline and it should apply to any destination. Documentation 1. Aircraft documentation Each country requires specific documentation for aircraft operating through its airspace or landing…
Paris Air Show is held every two years. This is a must-attend event for many decision makers and professionals in the aviation industry. This will be a very busy time for operating a GA flight to Paris, the event taking place during the early summer season as well, so airport congestion and limited hotel availability is to be expected, therefore it is recommended to begin planning as soon as possible.…
Summer is finally here and it is time to plan for your annual summertime excursion. Here is a list of the top 5 trending vacation destinations for 2019. Bali, Indonesia A place on everyone's bucket list, the exotic Asian island is one of the most dreamed of destinations, particularly amongst couples and newlyweds. Every year Bali welcomes about five million tourists the majority of which come during the summer to…
EBACE or The European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition is a premier event and the annual meeting place for the European business aviation community. EBACE is held this year from May 21 till May 23. The venue takes place at Geneva Airport - LSGG, For those planning to attend this venue or travel to Geneva Airport during this time frame, early trip planning is very recommended as the airport will…
Following the crash of the Ethiopian Airlines flight of the new Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft earlier this week, several civil aviation authorities have ordered to ground the aircraft and all of its variations from landing/departing in its airports and ban entering the country’s airspace. With major airlines complying with this and the list of countries grounding the Max 8 growing, we started to see an impact on business and…
The city of Rio de Janeiro has been one of Brazil’s most popular and frequent tourist destinations for decades. Its vibrant city center is filled with culture and throbbing with a deep sense of history and heritage. Airport Options Rio de Janeiro-Antonio Carlos Jobim Airport - SBGL is the primary airport serving the city, it is a 24-hour airport of entry (AOE). The airport is also capable of GA parking.…
London Fashion Week is one of the ‘Big Four Fashion Weeks’, it is held twice a year (Fall/Spring), for 2019 Spring the event will be taking place February 15-19th. Which airports to use when attending the Fashion Week in London? London is very GA friendly, you can get the most comprehensive support and ground services for your aircraft and its crew. London Stansted Airport - EGSS and London Luton Airport…