A hugely anticipated event in the global golf calendar, The Open Championship gets underway from July 17–20 at Royal Portrush, County Antrim in Northern Ireland. Those planning flight operations to The Open 2025 should consider the two main access airports, Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport.
BRICS Summit to close Santo Dumont Airport from July 6-7: Rio de Janeiro will host the BRICS Summit on Sunday, July 6 and Monday, July 7. The 17th annual meeting will see leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and other member states descend on the city. Santos Dumont Airport (SBRJ), the main airport for domestic flights in Rio, will be closed to all flights during the event.
Digital transformation is not a buzz word; it is a necessity. Aviation has always been at the intersection of advanced engineering and strict regulation. Although it thrives on precision, many operational tools have or are quickly becoming outdated, fragmented, and manually intensive. As technology continues to evolve, the industry is now facing the challenge of integrating it into its core operations. This is what we are tackling head-on.
UAS Completes Global Hajj Operations with Service Delivery Across Three Continents - UAS is proud to announce the successful execution of its extensive support services for Hajj 2025, delivering a seamless travel experience to thousands of pilgrims across Asia, Africa,…
The aviation industry has always been defined by its ability to connect the world, but the current tensions unfolding in the Middle East are a stark reminder that the skies can change in an instant. In today’s volatile environment, airspace closures, reroutes, and security risks are no longer rare anomalies, they are operational realities. For global operators, particularly those supporting commercial airlines, business jets, and private travellers, the need to be agile, dynamic, and perpetually prepared has never been more critical.
Flight Operations to Wimbledon 2025 - The Wimbledon Championships get underway in London from June 30-July 13, with qualifying beginning June 23-26. The prestigious event draws spectators from all over the globe and creating high demand at London Airports. The…
Climbing. Fast.: A Clear Voice for Business Aviation’s Sustainable Future - We’re lucky to have a tremendous global community in business aviation, a community that is always ready to support each other and advocate for the future of our industry. The…
Showcasing the strategic and economic importance of the country and wider region for business aviation, the Paris Air Show gets underway today and runs until June 22.
Officially named the Salon International de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace, the airshow is held every two years at Le Bourget Airport (LFPB) and attracts over 300,000 visitors over seven days.
It will see thousands of OEMs, FBOs, MROs, industry associations and operators exhibit, make connections, and create partnerships, as well as feature developments in SAF, electric and hybrid aircraft systems, and AI.
Operators should be aware that restrictions apply for the duration of the show.
We aviators are aware of the copious benefits of business aviation. However, much of the public's perception of our industry is swayed by some common misconceptions that are often perpetuated by popular culture and media. As an industry, we have an obligation not only to advocate for our interests, but also to ensure the information pertaining to our industry is balanced, unbiased, and accurate
The Beauty of Smaller Airports: Why we need to use them more - Choosing to arrive and depart from smaller airports for your charter operations can be a game-changer. The numerous advantages center around ease and efficiency, better connectivity, and enhanced…
Flight Operations to Muscat, Oman: The GGC Supply Chain & Logistics Expo gets underway in Muscat from October 8-10 at the Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre showcasing logistics services, shipping, maritime services and investment opportunities. The main international gateway to Oman and…
People often ask me what I believe the fundamental qualities and attributes of entrepreneurs are. The following are the five non-negotiable traits of any successful entrepreneur. Passion The basis of the entrepreneurial drive is passion. It is the fuel of…
China's CCAR-129 explained: Business aviation operators currently operating humanitarian and cargo flights to China may urgently require a CCAR-129 approval to ensure their missions stay on schedule. The Civil Aviation Authority of China allows foreign operators to operate a limited…
All non-UAE based operators must now register their fleet details with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) under a new requirement. Foreign registered operators conducting commercial flights into the UAE must comply in order to be issued with a unique…
Unique Flying Machines: Piaggio P.1HH HammerHead: This July we're celebrating the Piaggio P.1HH HammerHead, a state-of-the-art, medium-altitude, long endurance unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). It was expressly designed for intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) missions and provides a combination of range,…
The comfort of knowing your Aircraft Situation Display to Industry (ASDI) information is “blocked” or unable to be tracked on websites is becoming more of a discomfort for some operators thanks to something called Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast – or ADS-B.…
Benefits of a Values-based Organization: Common purpose and common values are critical to ensuring progressive and innovative business models. All organizations experience change and require flexibility from their employees, but this is made more manageable when the individual’s and organization’s…
Lal Bahadur Shastri International (Varanasi Airport) is located 26km from Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is formerly known as Varanasi Airport before the name-change in 2005. City: Varanasi Country: India ICAO: VEBN IATA: VNS Ground frequency: 120.75 & 132.4…
Paro International Airport (VQPR) in Bhutan is universally recognised as having the most challenging and potentially dangerous runway landing in the world. However, as the sole international airport in Bhutan, it remains a critical station. We've put together the information…
Biju Patnaik International Airport VEBS: Serving the city of Bhubaneshwar, the capital of Odisha, and sometimes referred to as The Temple City of India, Biju Patnaik International Airport is a popular gateway for tourists. Here's your airport guide to Biju Patnaik, often referred to…
A hugely anticipated event in the global golf calendar, The Open Championship gets underway from July 17–20 at Royal Portrush, County Antrim in Northern Ireland. Those planning flight operations to The Open 2025 should consider the two main access airports, Belfast International Airport and George Best Belfast City Airport.
BRICS Summit to close Santo Dumont Airport from July 6-7: Rio de Janeiro will host the BRICS Summit on Sunday, July 6 and Monday, July 7. The 17th annual meeting will see leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and other member states descend on the city. Santos Dumont Airport (SBRJ), the main airport for domestic flights in Rio, will be closed to all flights during the event.
The aviation industry has always been defined by its ability to connect the world, but the current tensions unfolding in the Middle East are a stark reminder that the skies can change in an instant. In today’s volatile environment, airspace closures, reroutes, and security risks are no longer rare anomalies, they are operational realities. For global operators, particularly those supporting commercial airlines, business jets, and private travellers, the need to be agile, dynamic, and perpetually prepared has never been more critical.
UAS Completes Global Hajj Operations with Service Delivery Across Three Continents - UAS is proud to announce the successful execution of its extensive support services for Hajj 2025, delivering a seamless travel experience to thousands of pilgrims across Asia, Africa,…
Flight Operations to Wimbledon 2025 - The Wimbledon Championships get underway in London from June 30-July 13, with qualifying beginning June 23-26. The prestigious event draws spectators from all over the globe and creating high demand at London Airports. The…
Showcasing the strategic and economic importance of the country and wider region for business aviation, the Paris Air Show gets underway today and runs until June 22.
Officially named the Salon International de l’Aéronautique et de l’Espace, the airshow is held every two years at Le Bourget Airport (LFPB) and attracts over 300,000 visitors over seven days.
It will see thousands of OEMs, FBOs, MROs, industry associations and operators exhibit, make connections, and create partnerships, as well as feature developments in SAF, electric and hybrid aircraft systems, and AI.
Operators should be aware that restrictions apply for the duration of the show.
The Beauty of Smaller Airports: Why we need to use them more - Choosing to arrive and depart from smaller airports for your charter operations can be a game-changer. The numerous advantages center around ease and efficiency, better connectivity, and enhanced…
London Heathrow's power outage of March 21 caused operational chaos, forcing airlines and GA operators to quickly reroute flights and manage passenger flow. More disruptive events, whether caused by power failures, inclement weather, ATC issues, or geopolitical events, present major challenges for business aviation operators. The stakes are significantly higher because clients' satisfaction depends on them keeping tight schedules, delivering fast turnarounds, and ensuring seamless service. This is why strategic contingency planning is critical to maintaining streamlined operations.
Fuel management is a massive pain point in business aviation since it represents one of the largest outgoing costs for operators, and the most unpredictable. Since pricing is dependent on a plethora of factors such as supply chain issues, geopolitical instability, and global economics, its volatility is an unfortunate reality that must be grappled with. However, although these factors are out of our control, there are several steps operators can take to ensure better fuel management, making forecasting and controlling costs easier.
The demand for efficiency, speed, and flexibility in business travel has never been more pronounced. Dictated by the ever-quickening pace of technological advancements, the world of commerce is forced to move at breakneck speed. Gone are the days when meetings can wait, where schedules are loose, and a business can rest on its laurels. This is precisely why more companies are switching to charter as a travel solution.
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