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Infrastructure Investment Opportunities To Support BizAv In Africa
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Infrastructure Investment Opportunities to Support BizAv in Africa

Africa’s massive landmass, young population, and natural resources make it one of the most exciting emerging economies on the planet. Opportunities abound throughout the continent for the investment in infrastructure vital to support the future growth of business aviation, which in turn, supports the growth of the wider economy. Here, the UAS Africa team shares its thoughts on investment opportunities in Africa.
Industry And Government Efforts To Deliver Zero Emission Flight
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Industry and Government Efforts to Deliver Zero Emission Flight

Affecting change is all about working together—not just within an industry but with external partners. There can be little doubt that a solid industrial strategy is a key to producing real change in how an industry does business and the impact of its practices. It’s vital for the whole government to work in partnership with industry in order to lay out the long-term direction needed to instill new best practices and maintain confidence for ongoing investment.
The Rise Of Green Airports
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The Rise of Green Airports

Mention sustainable aviation and most people’s thoughts will go directly to jet fuel and Co2 emissions. However, there are other aspects to the industry’s efforts to become greener and eco-friendly… carbon off-setting being adopted, more sustainable materials being used in manufacturing and design, and advancing technology enabling greater efficiency. In recent times we are also seeing the rise of the green airport… a smart, more streamlined infrastructure that is aimed at helping the environment and the user.   
Operators Enjoy Extra Situational Awareness With UAS Flight Watch
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Operators Enjoy Extra Situational Awareness with UAS Flight Watch

Operators are enjoying the extra layer of situational awareness and support delivered through UAS Flight Watch— Flight Watch offers dedicated 24/7 flight monitoring, so an aircraft has support in case any unforeseen issues arise during an operation. UAS’ team highly trained team of licensed aircraft dispatchers and meteorologists will oversee operations through all phases, including pre-flight, on route operations, and post-flight. It successfully navigates routings, weather, delays, and geopolitical activities that may arise during the course of a mission.
How Wellbeing Can Elevate The Aviation Workplace
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How Wellbeing Can Elevate the Aviation Workplace

I may be just a little biased, but to me, aviation is the most exciting and dynamic industry on the planet! On the one hand, it combines the most sophisticated engineering and technological advances, and on the other, it harnesses the power of abundant creativity and imagination… A truly inspiring industry to be part of. And often, (it must be said) quite a stressful one. A small price to pay for the dynamism and excitement, however, stress is toxic for our health and wellbeing, as well as for organizations’ productivity and performance.
The Evolution Of Charter Operations
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The Evolution of Charter Operations

In the final UAS Forward Discussion at EBACE, we put the focus on charter operations, the relationship between charter brokers and operators, and how this dynamic will continue to evolve in the future. We were delighted to welcome some of the industry’s outstanding charter experts representing both brokers and large and small operators. They were Julie Black of Hunt and Palmer, Bernhard Fragner of Globe Air, Fadi Al Samad of Elit'Avia, and Alex Durand of SaxonAir. We were also happy to welcome the European Business Aviation Association’s (EBAA’s) Paul Walsh as moderator. As well as giving a great insight into the current state of the charter market globally, the panel discussion also explored whether smaller operators could compete with the rise of the mega operator.
China Halves Quarantine For International Visitors
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China Halves Quarantine for International Visitors

China has relaxed entry requirements for international visitors by halving quarantine time to seven days. The rules regarding crew entry will vary from airport to airport so operators are advised to check with their trip support provider on a case-by-case basis. The latest version of the COVID-19 Prevention and Control Plan released by the National Health Commission at the end of June stated that the quarantine time for inbound travelers and close contacts of confirmed cases has been reduced in the majority of the cities in China.
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