Flight Operations To Panama MRO Latin America 2018

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Flight Operations to Panama MRO Latin America 2018

Michael Prather | - 01/31/2018
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Flight Operations to Panama MRO Latin America 2018: MRO Latin America 2018 gets underway in Panama City from February 14-15. Here are the operational details for Panama’s airports.

Panama Pacifico International Airport (Howard)
  • IATA Code: BLB
  • ICAO Code: MPPA
  • Latitude / longitude: N08-54.9/W079-35.9
  • Elevation: 52 ft.
  • Magnetic variation: 02W
  • Fuel types: Jet 
  • Operating hours: 1100-0300 UTC 
Tocumen International Airport (Panama City Airport) 
  • IATA Code: PTY
  • ICAO Code: MPTO
  • Latitude / longitude: N09-04.3/W079-23.0
  • Elevation: 135 ft.
  • Magnetic variation: 02W
  • Fuel types: Jet / Avgas
  • Operating hours: 1200-2000 UTC with OT on request
Operational Information
  • Overflight and landing permits are required for private and non-scheduled flights
  • No significant NOTAMs for this event, however, it’s advised to check prior to flight
Accommodation

Hotels close to MPPA:

  • Westin Playa Bonita Panama (venue)
  • Resort Dreams Delight Playa Bonita Panama
  • Wyndham Panam Albrook Mall

Hotels close to MPTO: 

  • Crowne Plaza
  • Courtyard by Marriott Panama at Metromall Mall
  • The Westin Panama

Hotels close to the venue: 

  • Westin Playa Bonita Panama (venue)
  • Resort Dreams Delight Playa Bonita Panama
Transport
  • Several major car rental agencies are located at MPTO airport
  • Slightly more limited options at MPPA, but your local handler should be able to arrange rental cars
  • Taxis are widely available throughout the city
  • A bus service is also available
  • Check with UAS or your local handler for limousine service availability

For more information about MRO Latin America 2018, visit http://mrolatinamerica.aviationweek.com/la18/Public/Enter.aspx 

For support with your flight operations to Panama, contact  UAS Americas