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eu-LISA Carrier Validation Now Mandatory for Schengen Flights as ETIAS Timeline Shifts
The European Union has confirmed a phased rollout of eu-LISA traveler screening systems, with voluntary participation beginning January 9, 2026, ... -
United Kingdom Advance Passenger Duty (UK-APD): Business Aviation Guide
UK-APD (Advance Passenger Duty) is a per-passenger duty that must be paid to HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for qualifying ... -
United Kingdom Third Country Operator Certificates (TCO) – Business Aviation Guide
As a result of BREXIT, at the end of 2022, the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) no longer ... -
Mexico Annual Permits for Private Operators Replaced by Single-Entry Authorization in 2024
During a recent meeting with Mexico Civil Aviation (AFAC), Universal Aviation Mexico learned that beginning Jan. 1, 2024, Mexico Annual/Multiple-Entry ... -
Economic Sanctions – 2023 Business Aviation Guide
In the world of global business aviation, understanding economic sanctions regulations (both comprehensive and targeted) is important in order to ... -
DOT 375 Exemption & Special Authorization: Why non-U.S. operators may need it and how to ...
Non-U.S. registered operators conducting frequent non-scheduled commercial / charter operations require authorization from the Department of Transport (DOT). In this ... -
EASA Environmental Registration Mandate – What business aviation operators need to know
A fast-approaching March 2022 deadline is nearing, requiring certain aircraft to comply with the European Union’s Environmental Safety Administration (EASA) ... -
APIS, TSA and DOT Authorization Info for Non-U.S. Registered Business Aircraft
It’s important to keep in mind that filing APIS does not negate the requirement to notify customs of your arrival. ... -
Master Crew Lists – Information, Requirements & Tips
A Master Crew List (MCL) is a list the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) mandates every charter (non-scheduled commercial) operator have ... -
U.S. Cabotage Restrictions – non-U.S. Business Aircraft Considerations
Cabotage restrictions have an impact on operations of non-U.S. registered business aircraft within the U.S. These rules and limitations, however, ... -
How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 3 – 7 Popular Airports with Challenging ...
Here and there around the world you’ll encounter airport slot situations more challenging than the average. These are typically very ... -
How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 2 – Slot Challenges
Some airports are more challenging than others in terms of obtaining/revising airport slots. Certain locations confirm slot requests well prior ... -
How to Overcome Airports with Slot Issues: Part 1 – Slot Basics and Tips
More and more airports are requiring slots due to congestion issues, and these slot requirements differ depending upon the airport ... -
Explaining CANPASS for Business Aircraft Operations to Canada
The Canadian Passenger Accelerated Service System (CANPASS) is an efficient and user-friendly method of reporting international general aviation (GA) arrivals ... -
Canada to Require Electronic Travel Authorization
As of March 15, 2016, Canada will require Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for all visa-exempt foreign nationals entering the country ... -
OPS ALERT: More TSA Waiver Changes – Effective Immediately
On January 16, 2016, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued new NOTAMs on TSA Waiver regulations. With these NOTAMs, revised ... -
Business Aviation Alert: TSA Waiver Changes Now in Effect
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in coordination with the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) recently issued changes to TSA waiver requirements. ... -
International Aviation Insurance Requirements: Part 2 – Complying with Local Mandates
Business aircraft operators can avoid potential for operational delays and permit denials by verifying specific local insurance requirements in advance ... -
International Aviation Insurance Requirements: Part 1 – Local Requirements
While standard worldwide insurance will cover most business aircraft operators in most parts of the world, there are regions and ... -
Private Jet Ops to the U.S.: Part 2 – Procedural Considerations
When conducting operations to the U.S. in a non-U.S.-registered business aircraft, it’s always important to consider any local restrictions and/or ... -
Private Jet Ops to the U.S.: Part 1 – Documentation Requirements
A number of documentation and procedural requirements are essential to keep in mind when operating a business aircraft to the ...
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