Infrastructure Investment Opportunities To Support BizAv In Africa

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.
Operators Enjoy Extra Situational Awareness With UAS Flight Watch

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.
China Halves Quarantine For International Visitors

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.
What Operators Must Know About Eu-LISA Registration  

Exemptions to eu-LISA

The eu-LISA IT system is going live this September for all operators organizing missions to Europe. Privately operated aircraft, owned by a private individual or organization, conducting non-commercial flights under NCC/NCO rules are not required to comply with EES and ETIAS requirements, even in the cases with professional paid crew members.
UK-TCO Authorization Online Application Is Live

UK-TCO Authorization

On the UK’s exit from the European Union on 31 December 2020, the UK CAA took over the responsibility from EASA for administering TCO Authorisations in respect of all commercial services undertaken within UK territory. The United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union, and withdrawal from the European Air Safety Agency (EASA), have led to a number of changes to the basis through which the UK authorizes the initial safety evaluation procedure of foreign commercial air carriers.
Bahamas Postpones Click2Clear Program For Private Flights

Bahamas Postpones Click2Clear Program for Private Flights

The Click2Clear customs entry and departure program for private flights in the Bahamas has been postponed.Click2Clear was due to be implemented for charter aviation on May 30, but Bahamas authorities have announced that they will delay the rollout of the program in order to take care of some technical issues and ensure the online process is as easily understandable as possible.
The U.S. Has Announced That It Will Ease Restrictions On Commercial Flights Between The U.S. And Cuba. Under The Trump Administration, Scheduled And Charter Flights From The US Were Restricted To Havana Airport (MUHA) Only. Now, Scheduled And Charter Air Services Between The United States And Cuban Airports May Resume Effective Immediately With The U.S. Also Looking To Reinstate Certain Categories Of Permitted Travel.

U.S. Lifts Cuba Flight Restrictions

The U.S. has announced that it will ease restrictions on commercial flights between the U.S. and Cuba. Under the Trump administration, scheduled and charter flights from the US were restricted to Havana airport (MUHA) only. Now, scheduled and charter air services between the United States and Cuban airports may resume effective immediately with the U.S. also looking to reinstate certain categories of permitted travel.
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