The ongoing fight between advocates for business growth and environmental proponents over Dublin Airport’s passenger cap, which threatened to suspend all GA ops to the airport, has been resolved. In simple terms, the Irish Aviation Authority has made the determination that GA can continue to operate to Dublin Airport as usual and won’t be impacted by the airport exceeding its passenger cap. Here’s the background and what you need to know. Dublin Airport Exceeded Passenger Cap In November 2023, the Dublin Airport Authority (DAA) announced that the airport’s 32-million passenger cap had been ex ..read more

The following is an overview of what ADS-B is, which countries already require ADS-B, and those who have upcoming mandates: Australia ADS-B is required for all IFR operations at all flight levels over continental Australia, the Arafura Sea (bounded on the north by airway B598), the Great Australian Bight (bounded on the south by airway Q27/L513), and the Bass Strait (bounded on the east by airway H20 and to the southwest by L513). More information can be found on AIP GEN 1.5, ENR 1 | CASA 61/14     Canada All flights within Canadian Domestic Class A airspace (essentially all domesti ..read more

For more information on operating to the UK, visit our destination and regulatory guides: United Kingdom Business Aviation Destination Guide London Business Aviation Destination Guide Stansted Business Aviation Destination Guide London Stansted Pets Passport Guide Northolt Business Aviation Destination Guide UK ETA Guide UK TCO Guide UK APD Guide Significant updates to the United Kingdom’s General Aviation Report (GAR) submission process took effect on April 6, 2024, introducing pivotal changes that will impact both arrivals and departures for general aviation in the UK. Here’s what yo ..read more

In recent years, the focus of global health concerns shifted significantly towards COVID-19, causing diseases like Zika and Dengue fever to temporarily fall off the radar for many, including international business aviation operators. However, as the world has adjusted to navigating the complexities of living with COVID-19, previously overshadowed health risks are re-emerging as regulatory concerns for the business aviation sector. Among these, the regulations surrounding the control of Zika virus and Dengue fever transmissions are again coming to the forefront, especially for those traveling ..read more

There are so many great aviation conferences happening throughout year. However, for most of us, attending them all just isn’t in the cards, and quite frankly, it would be exhausting to try! So if you had to prioritize, which should you choose? IMHO, it really comes down to what you are trying to accomplish and how far you are willing to travel. To help you out, I’m going to give you a rundown of some of the biggest and best conferences for business aviation that should be on your radar for 2024. I’ll also list out some smaller, more focused events that may be of interest to you. Top Picks NB ..read more

The Balearic Islands are one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Mediterranean, particularly during the summer peak season. Post-pandemic, the Balearic Islands are seeing record-setting volumes of international business jet arrivals. In 2022, the Balearic Islands had more than 13 million visitors, most of whom are coming from outside Spain. Here’s everything you need to know about operating a business jet to the Balearic Islands. Peak Season Boats in the port of Palma de Malloca The Peak Season for Business Aviation travel to the Balearic Islands is June through September, crea ..read more

For more information on Japan, visit our destination guides: Japan Tokyo Tourism in Japan during cherry blossom season, or “Sakura,” is one of Japan’s busiest peak seasons for business aviation travel. The season, typically spanning late March to early April, offers a unique opportunity for visitors to experience Japan’s rich cultural tapestry and stunning natural beauty. According to an analysis from Kansai University, an estimated 63 million people travel to and within Japan to view the cherry blossoms, contributing approximately $2.7 billion to the economy. This influx of visitors can ..read more

This webinar is a deep dive discussing the latest regulatory news, and a run-down on ops trends by region, an update on Mexico permits and planning for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics. Hear in detail from Universal experts from Global Regulatory Services and operational experts. You can view a video of the webinar here. The post [VIDEO] Global Ops Update January 2024 appeared first on Universal® Operational Insight Blog ..read more

For more information on Ireland airports, visit our destination guides: Shannon, Ireland destination guide Shannon U.S. Pre-clearance guide Potential Dublin GA Ban in 2024 The Dublin Airport Authority’s (DAA) consideration of a ban on all ad-hoc flights, including General Aviation (GA), due to the airport exceeding its 32-million passenger capacity. This proposal spans from March 24 to October 24. Universal Aviation Ireland, along with associations like NBAA and the Irish General and Business Aviation Association, have been actively lobbying for solutions. A notable proposal suggests alloc ..read more

Dear Friends and Colleagues, As we start 2024, I wanted to pause to reflect on a challenging and rewarding year for our industry. My first reflection is that this is by far the most comprehensive Chairman’s Note I’ve written to update all of you on the amazing progress and tools we’ve been working on, and I encourage each of you to invest a little time reading and clicking through the informative links to uncover the tools available to you.  It may make your life easier. Along with our Amazing Team at Universal Houston and around the world, together with you, we successfully navigated th ..read more