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Ops Update

  • 22
    Jan

    [VIDEO] Global Ops Update January 2026

    Ops Update
    By Louis Smyth
    13463
    Watch a recording of our regulatory ops webinar meetup for international business aviation operators, recorded on Jan. 21, 2026. 
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  • 21
    Jan

    Venezuela Operations Update: SVMI Status, FAA Hazard Advisories, and Regional Planning Considerations

    Ops Update
    By Nathan Shelley
    268
    An operational update on Venezuela and Caribbean aviation conditions, including SVMI status, active security advisories, and current congestion and ground ...
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  • 14
    Nov

    Africa Security & Airspace Risk Update for Business Aviation (Late 2025)

    Ops Update
    By Louis Smyth
    140
    Operators planning missions into or over Africa should be aware of rapidly changing security and airspace conditions. Ongoing conflict, criminal ...
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  • 4
    Nov

    Tokyo Haneda (RJTT): Business Aviation Slot Challenges and Winter 2025/26 Solutions

    Japan, Ops Update
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    278
    Tokyo Haneda (RJTT) remains one of Asia’s most in-demand airports, but slot availability has tightened dramatically since the start of ...
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  • 6
    Oct

    France ATC Strike Update – October 7–9, 2025 CANCELED- Business Aviation Guide

    Ops Update
    By Universal
    242
    SNCTA has postponed its September 18 ATC strike to October 7–9, 2025. Other unions may still strike September 18, so ...
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  • 18
    Sep

    [VIDEO] Global Ops Update September 2025

    Ops Update
    By Anabel Monzo Paynter
    13205
    Watch a recording of our regulatory ops webinar meetup for international business aviation operators, recorded on May Sept. 17, 2025. 
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  • 16
    Sep

    Beijing Capital Airport (ZBAA) Ramp #62 Closes September 17: Business Aviation Impact

    China, Ops Update
    By Universal
    113
    Beijing Capital International Airport (ZBAA) will close its primary business aviation ramp for at least one month starting September 17, ...
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  • London
    10
    Sep

    London Area Airport Night Slot Restrictions Summer 2025 – Limited Night Slots for GA

    Ops Update, United Kingdom
    By Jason Hayward
    15899
    London airspace will be closed to general aviation at night in the summer of 2024, marking a first for the ...
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  • 3
    Sep

    Chairman’s Note * Announcement of Agreement to Sell Universal Trip Support Division to World Fuel ...

    Ops Update, Universal News
    By Greg Evans
    147
    Dear Friends and Colleagues, Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in Universal’s journey. After more than 65 years ...
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  • 15
    Jul

    GA Parking Fee Increase at Milan Airports Effective July 1, 2025

    Destination Guides, Italy, Ops Update
    By Universal
    243
    Milan’s Linate and Malpensa airports have raised GA parking fees by up to 7x with no notice. New rates, retroactive ...
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  • 26
    Jun

    China Bans Non-3C Power Banks on Flights Departing Mainland Airports

    China, Ops Update
    By Louis Smyth
    848
    Effective June 28, 2025, the CAAC has banned power banks without valid 3C certification from all flights departing mainland China. ...
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  • 6
    Jun

    Los Cabos 2025 Ground Delays: Major Road Construction and Temporary Alternate Routes Now in Effect

    Destination Guides, Mexico, Ops Update
    By Universal
    445
    Los Cabos operators should expect significant ground delays due to 18 months of construction at the Glorieta Fonatur roundabout. MMSD ...
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  • 14
    May

    [VIDEO] Global Ops Regulatory Update May 2025

    Ops Update
    By Anabel Monzo Paynter
    12956
    Watch a recording of our regulatory ops webinar meetup for international business aviation operators, recorded on May 13, 2025. 
    Read More
  • 22
    Jan

    [VIDEO] Global Ops Regulatory Update January 2025

    Ops Update
    By Louis Smyth
    12860
    Watch a recording of our regulatory ops webinar meetup for international business aviation operators, recorded on January 22, 2025. 
    Read More
  • 5
    Aug

    Haneda (RJTT) Airport Restricts Refueling with Passengers Onboard: Impact on Business Aviation Across Japan

    Japan, Ops Update
    By Hiroshi Higashiyama
    533
    Universal Aviation Japan reports that multiple fuel suppliers at Haneda Airport (RJTT) in Tokyo have started refusing to refuel aircraft ...
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  • 11
    Apr

    Dublin Airport Passenger Cap Ruling – GA Not Impacted for Now

    Ireland, Ops Update
    By Louis Smyth
    2007
    The Irish Aviation Authority has made the determination that GA can continue to operate to Dublin Airport as usual and ...
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  • 28
    Nov

    Brazil Changes Nav Fee & Permit Rules

    Ops Update, Regulatory Compliance
    By Daniel Pinto Da Silva
    7368
    Recently, Brazil has changed how the country calculates navigation fees for Part 121/129 operators and permit rules for charter operators. ...
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  • 18
    Mar

    Russia-Ukraine war impact on business aviation

    Ops Update
    By Universal
    2537
    The Russia-Ukraine war is having a significant impact on business aviation in multiple ways. Here's what you need to know.
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  • 4
    Dec

    Ops Update: New Random Ramp Checks in Mexico – What you need to know

    Ops Update, Regulatory Compliance
    By Universal
    6218
    As part of a crackdown on illegal charter flights in Mexico from N-Registerd Part 91 operators, AFAC has implemented random ...
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  • 24
    Nov

    Everything you need to know about Costa Rica’s first-ever GAT at MROC

    Ops Update
    By Delmark Muir
    4175
    In mid-December 2019, Costa Rica’s first-ever general aviation terminal (GAT) will officially open for business aviation traffic at San Jose ...
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  • 12
    Apr

    Luton Airport Imposes Aircraft Noise Restrictions that Impacts Business Aviation

    Ops Update
    By Sean Raftery
    4703
    London is a popular destination for general aviation operators, and there are many airports in the region to pick from. ...
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  • OPS ALERT: More TSA Waiver Changes – Effective Immediately
    21
    Jan

    OPS ALERT: More TSA Waiver Changes – Effective Immediately

    Ops Update, Regulatory Compliance
    By Lukas Marrow
    4214
    On January 16, 2016, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued new NOTAMs on TSA Waiver regulations. With these NOTAMs, revised ...
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