Flight Operations to Acapulco – AeroExpo: Are you aware of operational procedures at Acapulco International Airport?
AeroExpo 2017 takes place this March 2-4 in the stunning Mexican seaside city. Here is the information you need to successfully plan a flight operation to Acapulco.
Acapulco International Airport
- Official name: General Juan Alvarez International
- IATA Code: ACA
- ICAO Code: MMAA
- Latitude / longitude: N16-45.4/W099-45.2
- Marginal Variation: 07E
- Elevation: 16 ft.
- Fuel: Jet, Avgas
- Time Zone: UTC – 6 hours
Operational Information
- Private flights require overflight and landing permits arranged through a handler
- Non-scheduled flights require overflight and landing permits, your handler who will coordinate with DGAC on your behalf
- There are normally no parking restrictions for general aviation, however, parking can get scarce during peak times such as major U.S. holidays periods
- Crew is only permitted to bring along clothes, personal hygiene items, and any necessary items for work
Airport Embarkation Tax: DNR, DSM, and TUA are included on the handling bill.
Currency: Mexican Peso (MXP)
行李清关
Passengers must present their luggage at customs for screening. If a red light comes up they have to open up their baggage for clearance, and if a green light comes up they are clear to go.
移民
- EU and USA citizens do not require MEX VISA
- Some countries require MEX VISA, please check with your local Mexican Consulate
- Passports cannot be less than six months from expiration date
海关
Import:
- 200 cigarettes, 50 cigars or 200 mg of pipe tobacco for those over 18 years of age
- 3 liters of alcoholic beverages for those over 18 years of age
- Perfume, eau-de-cologne, and lotions for personal use only
- A camera and 12 rolls of film
- Goods worth up to USD 300
Prohibited:
- Uncanned foodstuff
- Canned pork and derivatives
- Earth, plants, flowers, fruit, seeds, and materials of vegetable origin
Export:
- Tobacco and alcohol
- The export of archaeological relics is prohibited
运输
- Europcar and Payless available at the airport
- Most of the major rental companies are located more in the central town area
- It may be possible to have your handler arrange a rental car to be at the airport
- Limo services available
- Taxis are readily available
- If using a handler, prepaid transport with limo or taxi can be arranged
膳宿
- Resort Mundo Imperial (event venue)
- Piedras de Sol Acapulco Diamante Villas and Hotel
- Ocean Breeze Acapulco
- Hotel Ashly
- Holiday Inn Acapulco La Isla
- The Grand Mayan Acapulco
- Mayan Place Acapulco
Need advice or support for your Flight Operations to Acapulco? Contact UAS Americas hou@uas.aero
