Jan 2020
You always hope for the best when travelling and when hiring aircraft. Sometimes things do not go as planned, though you may need an aircraft with short notice for an emergency situation. This guide looks at the main reasons for emergency chartering and some things to bear in mind in each case.
Empty legs are increasing in popularity – along with private flights in general. An empty leg is simply a flight sector that an aircraft needs to make empty as part of other confirmed bookings. By offering these for sale, operators can access additional revenue, and passengers can get a bargain.
Aviation has always been a tough industry. With its global reach, reliance on technology and of course, heavy use of oil, it is exposed to many risks and threats. Much of this is outside the airline or operator’s control. This situation has been highlighted dramatically over the past two years, but challenges to success in the sector are nothing new. We take a look at some of the main risks faced as we enter 2022.
Fixed-base Operators (FBOs) are essentially terminals within airports for private aircraft. They have the right to operate at commercial airports. Depending on locations, you may have a choice of several. With time and experience, the use of these becomes easy and efficient. There are some key things to bear in mind, though, especially when first planning your use of FBOs.
Jan 2020
2020 and 2021 have undoubtedly been difficult years for the aviation sector. Hopefully, things are now improving. The pandemic has caused unprecedented, continued disruption globally. In Europe and the UK, Brexit has made things even more uncertain. What changes can we expect as we leave 2021 behind and head into 2021?