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Adam Hartley

Adam Hartley

Adam Hartley is passionate about the people of Business Aviation. A 21+ year industry veteran, his desire to help flight departments overcome regulatory challenges is second to none. Adam builds comprehensive solutions to complex regulatory programs for INTL operators of all types. He is an active volunteer for NBAA, currently serving on the Security Council and IOC Committee. He holds an FAA Dispatcher License and is a former NBAA S+D Committee Co-Chair. His core values embrace collaboration, justice, and diversity. His global know-how includes emissions mandates & sustainable practices, U.S. Customs for General Aviation, indirect tax schemes, API/PNR requirements, and international commercial operations. Current role is Administrator, Regulatory Consultation at Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. An experienced presenter and content creator, you can follow him across social platforms @theBIZAVguy.

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  • 9
    Jun

    U.S. Issues Entry Restrictions for Nationals of 19 Countries, Effective June 9

    Featured Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 3 M minute read
    201
    A new U.S. presidential proclamation, effective June 9, 2025, imposes full or partial entry restrictions on nationals from 19 countries. ...
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  • 19
    May

    Business Aviation Regulatory Update – May 2025

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT < 1 M minute read
    329
    Universal’s Bizav Guy, Adam Hartley, breaks down the latest regulatory changes affecting business aviation, including REAL ID enforcement, CDC dog ...
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  • 1
    May

    CDC Dog Importation Regulations 2025: Essential Guide for Business Aviation Aircraft Owners and Operators

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 2 M minute read
    1434
    Starting Aug. 1, 2024, the CDC will enforce new dog importation regulations aimed at preventing the reintroduction of dog rabies ...
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  • 20
    Apr

    Hong Kong APIS Requirements for Business Aviation

    Hong Kong, Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 2 M minute read
    310
    Hong Kong has implemented new Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) requirements for business aviation effective April 2025. This change will ...
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  • 16
    Apr

    Business Aviation Regulatory Update – April 2025

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT < 1 M minute read
    257
    Catch up on April’s key bizav regulatory changes with theBIZAVguy: new FAA rules for foreign operators, updated UK ETA and ...
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  • 21
    Mar

    Business Aviation Regulatory Update – March 2025

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT < 1 M minute read
    495
    Stay informed with the latest regulatory updates shaping the business aviation landscape. This month, Universal's BIZAVGuy highlights critical developments across ...
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  • eu-LISA Carrier Registration – September Deadline: How it impacts business aviation operators
    19
    Mar

    eu-LISA Phase 1 Postponed until October 2025

    Featured Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 2 M minute read
    8200
    The Entry/Exit System (EES) and European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) are set to reshape passenger screening for flights ...
    Read More
  • 10
    Jan

    Business Aviation Regulatory Update – January 2025

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 2 M minute read
    446
    Get the latest business aviation regulatory updates with Universal's BIZAVGuy. This month, we cover key changes in Europe, the UK, ...
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  • 6
    Jan

    Denmark’s Air Passenger Tax: Impact on Business Aviation Operations

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 2 M minute read
    571
    Denmark's new Air Passenger Tax, starting in 2025, significantly impacts business aviation operations. This tax applies to passengers on private ...
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  • 12
    Dec

    Business Aviation Regulatory Update – December 2024

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT < 1 M minute read
    298
    Stay ahead with the latest business aviation regulatory updates, covering changes in Europe, the UK, Denmark, Brazil, and beyond. Key ...
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  • 6
    May

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

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 3 M minute read
    6249
    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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  • 3
    Feb

    Why U.S. citizens should enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) before international travel

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 2 M minute read
    10263
    Enrolling in the U.S. State Department Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) when traveling abroad is an excellent tool and should ...
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  • 21
    Jan

    2020 Aviation emissions reporting (EU-ETS, CORSIA, Swiss ETS, UK ETS)

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT < 1 M minute read
    2563
    What you need to know now that the 2020 reporting period of the Global Emissions Programs (EU-ETS w/Swiss ETS, CORSIA) ...
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  • 13
    Apr

    Tips for planning coronavirus (COVID-19) humanitarian medical supply flights to the U.S.

    COVID-19, Humanitarian
    By Adam Hartley
    PT < 1 M minute read
    1947
    If you are considering a COVID-19 humanitarian medical supply flight to the U.S. (e.g., bulk movement of masks or PPE), ...
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  • 22
    Jan

    APIS, TSA and DOT Authorization Info for Non-U.S. Registered Business Aircraft

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 4 M minute read
    7593
    It’s important to keep in mind that filing APIS does not negate the requirement to notify customs of your arrival. ...
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  • 13
    Nov

    EMISSION SCHEMES ARE CHANGING – November 2018 update

    Regulatory Compliance
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 4 M minute read
    7090
    There are now three separate emissions programs (EU-ETS, SWISS-ETS and CORSIA) affecting segments of the general aviation industry concurrently.
    Read More
  • EASA Announces TCO Authorization – New Requirements for Business Aviation
    1
    Sep

    EASA Announces TCO Authorization – New Requirements for Business Aviation

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 4 M minute read
    6484
    The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has announced Third-Country Operator (TCO) authorization requirements for all non-European Union (EU)-registered commercial operators ...
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  • What You Need to Know about CANPASS for Business Aviation – Part 2: Using CANPASS
    7
    Jan

    What You Need to Know about CANPASS for Business Aviation – Part 2: Using CANPASS

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 4 M minute read
    3869
    Membership in CANPASS corporate or private aircraft programs offers significant advantages to participants and allows more flexible entry options into ...
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  • 31
    Dec

    What You Need to Know about CANPASS for Business Aviation – Part 1: What is ...

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 4 M minute read
    6276
    The Canadian Passenger Accelerated Service System (CANPASS) is a series of Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) programs to expedite the ...
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  • 30
    Oct

    Canadian Cabotage and Business Aviation: 6 Things you Need to Know

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 3 M minute read
    9153
    Cabotage issues are taken seriously in Canada, and unauthorized business aviation aircraft movements may result in substantial penalties. The good ...
    Read More
  • Clearing U.S. Customs
    5
    Jun

    U.S. Customs for Non-U.S. Registered Charter Aircraft (Active Trip): Clearing U.S. Customs

    Bizav Best Practice
    By Adam Hartley
    PT 3 M minute read
    4559
    This business aviation blog post is part of a series on U.S. Customs for Non-U.S. Registered Charter Aircraft and continues ...
    Read More

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