Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands. With over 700,000 inhabitants, it is also the country’s most populated city. What started out as a small fishing village in the 12th century, later developed to become one of the world’s key trading ports, specializing in finance and diamonds. Today, Amsterdam is still recognized as one of the top financial centers in Europe. This commercial capital is home to the headquarters of seven of the world’s 500 largest companies, as well as numerous large Dutch institutions.

Amsterdam is also the cultural capital of the Netherlands. The city has plenty of rich architectural history to offer. It also boasts an extensive network of 17th century canals, which provide a scenic backdrop for visitors to explore. Additionally, the 19th century Defense Line of Amsterdam has a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Consecrated in 1306, the Oude Kerk (Old Church) is the oldest building in Amsterdam. Visitors to the city can view many examples of gothic, renaissance and baroque-style structures.

The Museum Square is home to the city’s most important galleries. The largest collection of classical Dutch art can be found at the Rijksmuseum. Stedelijk Museum includes an important modern art collection, whilst the Van Gogh Museum holds some of the most famous paintings created by the Dutch master.

The oceanic climate of Amsterdam predominantly offers mild temperatures throughout the year. The city of diamonds and tulips is one of the top tourist destinations in Europe, receiving more than 5 million international visitors, and 16 million day-trippers annually. If you happen to be in Amsterdam in the spring, make sure check out the world’s only floating flower market at the Bloemenmarkt. The world famous tulip field is also a sight not to miss, located between Haarlem and Leiden, just a 20-minute drive away. These are just a few examples of the sights one can enjoy in this stunning, vibrant city.

Flying to Amsterdam

Landing permits are not required for any operations into the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (also known as IATA: AMS and ICAO: EHAM), is the primary (and only) international airport for GA operators visiting Amsterdam. Schiphol is located approximately 9km southwest of Amsterdam, in the municipality of Haarlemmermeer.

EHAM is the home base and European hub for multiple regional and international airlines. The airport has a single main terminal, which is split into three departure halls. This is used mainly for commercial passengers. A dedicated General Aviation (GA) terminal, known as the KLM Jet Center was also opened on the east side in 2011. Schiphol is the fifth busiest airport in Europe in terms of passengers served.

It is mandatory for all aircraft operating to EHAM to be PRNAV approved. The airport is not open 24-hours for GA. Daily arrivals are allowed only between 06:20 and 21:50 UTC, while daily departures are permitted only from 06:00 to 21:35 UTC. Extensions to these restrictions are not possible.

Since GA operating timings are limited, airport slot booking will be necessary. Handling is compulsory, and EHAM is fully equipped with all ground handling services. Prior booking for aircraft parking is not required, and long-term parking is available. The GA terminal offers VIP lounges for both pax and crew, as well as helicopter transfers. Crew visas are not required in order to enter Amsterdam, if valid crew ID and general declaration is provided.

Enjoy VAT Exempt Fuel with Jetex

VAT is applicable on fuel, whether the flight is private or domestic. VAT is not applied for commercial / international flights, unless you buy it through an international reseller. Since Jetex is a VAT registered company in the Netherlands, VAT exemption can be availed. Take advantage by enrolling in Jetex’s VAT exemption program today. For assistance, please contact us at vat@jetex.com.

Jetex Trip Planning

Jetex is a one-stop-source for all your international trip planning needs. Our operations teams are on standby around the clock to ensure you receive the best services, tailored to your specific needs.

We can arrange everything including permits, slots, PPR, ground handling, fuel uplift, catering and bespoke concierge services in any part of the world. Jetex will take care of all the technical aspects of your journey, allowing you to fully enjoy your visit to the Netherlands.

For more details on how you can benefit from our services, please contact our team today on +971 4 2124000 or email info@jetex.com.

The state of Japan is made up of 6,852 islands, from which only 430 are inhabited by approximately 127 million people. Japan’s capital city is Tokyo. The Greater Tokyo Area is the largest metropolitan area in the world, and home to more than 35 million residents. Japan has the third largest national economy in the world, in terms of nominal GDP.

Japan has a fascinatingly multifaceted culture, with combined influences from Asia, Europe, and North America. Although the country is deeply rooted in traditions that stretch back thousands of years, Japanese society is in a state of rapid flux with continuous changes in popular culture, fashion and technological development.

The country has nineteen UNESCO World Heritage sites to offer visitors. Discover the exquisite modern galleries, museums of traditional art and historical buildings. Explore the nation’s magnificent horticultural arts starting with the three great gardens, Kenrokuen, Korakuen, and Kairakuen. Japan also has a rich tradition of performing art that is still alive today. Watch the spring geisha dances in Kyoto and attend Awa Odori, the largest traditional dance festival in Japan. The blooming of the cherry blossom trees (or sakura) in spring is a major event in Japan’s calendar, and also the most popular time to visit the country.

Operating to Japan

Slot permits are required for both revenue/charter flights and non-revenue flights. For a private operator, permit lead time can take on average 2 to 3 days. For commercial/charter flights, permit arrangement can take at least 7 days.

The following documents will also be required from charter operators:

• Power of attorney
• Air operator certificate
• Noise certificate
• Certificate of Airworthiness
• Certificate of Aircraft Registration
• Aircraft International certificate of Insurance
• Charter operator agreement with client
• Crew passport, license and medical certification
• TCAS III documents

Jetex Flight Support at Haneda Airport

Haneda Airport (IATA: HND, ICAO: RJTT) also known as Tokyo International Airport , is one of the two primary airports that serve the Greater Tokyo Area. The airport handled over 75 million passengers in 2015. It was ranked as the third busiest airport in Asia, and the fifth busiest in the world in terms of passenger traffic. In 2010, RJTT underwent significant expansion, enabling it to handle up to 90 million passengers per year. The government has encouraged the use of Tokyo International Airport for premium business routes. In 2012, the airport added a brand new “Premier Gate” in order to better facilitate business jets.

Airport of Entry / customs and immigration are operational 24 hours-a-day at Haneda Airport. A parking spot permit is required, due to the limited parking space available. Long-term parking can only be done for a maximum of 5 days and 4 nights.

Jetex operates a ground support station at Tokyo’s RJTT airport. Clients can enjoy the benefits of our local expertise and first-class facilities, which are fully in adherence to the Jetex premium global standards. A complete range of ground handling, concierge and security services are provided, with multilingual staff who can communicate in English, Japanese, Chinese and Korean.

Comprehensive Range of Services

Jetex’s service portfolio includes in-house flight planning, arrangement of permits, ground handling, and fuel uplifts. Our concierge department can take care of all ground transportation, accommodation, dining, tours and visa arrangements for both pax and crew. Jetex has direct contracts with most five-star international hotels, so you can experience luxury at competitive rates.

For further details on flying into Japan with Jetex, please contact our team in Tokyo.

Jetex Japan
Tel: +81 3 3747 0420
Email: japan@jetex.com

China, also known as the People’s Republic of China (PRC), is the most populated sovereign state in the world. Home to over 1.38 billion inhabitants, it is also the second largest state by land area. For over 500 years, China has been the one of biggest and fastest growing economies in terms of nominal GDP and purchasing power parity. The country is also the world’s largest exporter, and the second largest importer of goods.

The People’s Republic of China has over 182 commercial airports already opened, with plans to open more in the future. The largest airports in China are also ranked as some of the busiest in the world. There is an enormous demand for General Aviation (GA) here. The country is home to the China Airshow, the largest and only international aviation aerospace trade show endorsed by the Chinese central government.

Operating to China with Jetex

Jetex Flight Support strives to continuously extend its presence and global network in order to provide the best possible service to our clients, and is already well established in China. We operate our own strategically placed supervisory station and operations center in Beijing. With Jetex China, you can benefit from our local expertise in arrangement of permits, in-house flight planning, updates on Chinese NOTAMs and slot restrictions, supervision of ground handling services, fuel uplifts, and world-class concierge services for both crew and pax. We promise to deliver our clients a premium quality experience for the most competitive prices.

Below is some useful information for operators to consider when flying into to some of China’s busiest airports. Our experienced multilingual staff are available 24/7 in Beijing to handle all your travel needs to these locations and throughout China.

Beijing Capital International Airport (IATA: PEK, ICAO: ZBAA)

ZBAA is the main international airport serving Beijing, the capital city of China. According to Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) 2015 statistics, ZBAA was ranked number one busiest airport, based on total passenger traffic. The Beijing Capital International Airport caters to GA with Airport of Entry, plus customs and immigrations 24 hours a day. CAAC approves flight schedule and slots at the same time. There is no need to book short-term aircraft parking. However, long-term parking is only allowed for a maximum of 24 hours. ZBAA is fully equipped for ground handling services and offers premium VIP and crew lounge.

Shanghai Pudong International Airport (IATA: PVG, ICAO: ZSPD)

ZSPD is one of two major international airports available in Shanghai. Pudong airport is a major aviation hub for the country and serves mainly international flights. ZSPD is the world’s third busiest airport in terms of cargo traffic. It is also considered the second busiest airport in China by total passenger traffic.

ZSPD caters to business aviation with 24 hour AOE and customs and immigration. CAAC approves flight schedules and slots both at once. Generally, no more than 48 hours is allowed for aircraft parking. However based on the situation, we can try to check with the airport to see if they can approve longer parking. Pudong Airport is fully equipped to provide ground handling services for all types of aircraft. Clients can also enjoy the availability of a VIP and crew lounge.

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (IATA: CAN, ICAO: ZGGG)

ZGGG is a major international airport for Guangzhou, the capital city of Guangdong province. According to CAAC, Guangzhou airport was ranked China’s third busiest airport in 2015 by passenger traffic, cargo traffic, and aircraft movements. ZGGG is open for private operators. The airport is AOE with customs and immigration available 24 hours a day. CAAC approves slots and flight schedules at the same time. Based on the flight schedule, long term parking may be possible if we check with airport first. ZGGG is fully equipped for ground handling services, and pax and crew can also make use of their VIP lounge.

Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (IATA: SZX, ICAO: ZGSZ)

Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport is located in Shenzhen city, Guangdong province. The airport is a major hub for both commercial and cargo airlines. In 2010, Shenzhen airport served over 26 million passengers. In 2015, it was ranked as the 5th busiest airport in China in terms of passenger movements, serving more than 39 million passengers. The airport is approximately 40 minutes away by drive from the city center.

ZGSZ caters to GA with AOE 24 hours a day. Customs and immigration is also operational for 24 hours. However, we need to check with immigration when the flight is operating after midnight. Slots will be approved along with the flight Schedule by the CAAC. Prior booking of short term aircraft parking is not required. In the case of long-term parking, we need to check with the airport through the flight schedule. The airport is fully equipped for all ground handling services, as well as having a VIP and crew lounge.

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (IATA: SHA, ICAO: ZSSS)

Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport, is the second of the two international airports in Shanghai, China. It was previously Shanghai’s primary airport, until Pudong airport was completed in 1999. ZSSS is located in Hongqiao town, 13 kilometers west of downtown. This is closer in proximity to the city center, in comparison to ZSPD.

Hongqiao airport accommodates mainly domestic flights and limited international flights. In 2015, the airport was ranked as China’s 6th busiest airport in terms of passenger traffic. Total passenger movements in 2015 were over 39 million. ZSSS also caters to Business Aviation. However, AOE and customs and immigration is not operational 24 hours a day. Flights to and from eastward or northeastward are not allowed to operate daily during curfew times 16:00 to 22:00 UTC.

Airport slots and flight schedules are approved by the CAAC together. Due to ongoing airport reconstruction, business aircraft are not allowed to park for more than 2 nights. However the airport is fully equipped for all ground handling services, and offers VIP and crew lounges.

Landing Permits and Fuel

Please be advised that we can only apply for landing permits for the purpose of business/private flights. Each aircraft should contain less than 29 seats. A sponsor letter is no longer needed for obtaining a landing permit. The approximate lead time an operator can expect is 3 working days before the flight. Also note that since there is no VAT on fuel in China, Jetex can offer very competitive prices to our clients.

Restrictions

The following slot restrictions apply to all five airports mentioned above:

Due to slot congestion, a private jet is not authorized to occupy more than one slot during peak hours at the same airport, within the same day. Peak hours are referred to as from 00:01 to 14:00 UTC. Also, slots will not be granted to private flights at all from 23:00 to 01:00 UTC, daily.

Jetex Flight Support

Contact us today for more information regarding operating to the above mentioned airports, or any other airport throughout China and East Asia. Just one e-mail containing all your requirements is enough for our 24/7 operations team to process your request. We look forward to serving you on your next flight.
Jetex Beijing
Tel: +86 10 6454 2688
Email: china@jetex.com

Santiago is the capital and largest city of Chile. Located in the Chilean Central Valley, it was named after the biblical figure St. James during the colonial times. The city is shaped by the surrounding hills, mountains and vineyards, and split in the middle by the fast-flowing Mapocho River.

The climate of Santiago follows a Mediterranean weather pattern, with hot, dry summers and mild, moist winters. Between October and May there is hardly any rain, making it the best time to visit and experience everything the area has to offer. Just on the outskirts of the city and within a few hours’ drive, you can reach the mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Travelers can enjoy skiing in the Andes Mountains, or go surfing on the numerous beaches. Be sure to catch a breathtaking view of Santiago with the Andes Mountains in the background from Cerro San Cristobal (hill).

The city boasts an extensive array of 19th-century neoclassical architecture, and also some iconic structures from the Spanish colonial period. Spend the day exploring the numerous grand buildings and museums. At Santiago’s original center, Plaza de Armas, you can find a number of historic landmarks.

In addition to its historic aspects, Santiago is also modern city that is the cultural, political and financial center of Chile. With the establishment of many large corporations and major companies, the city has developed a thriving modern business center known as Sanhattan. Visitors can indulge in fine dining at a wide range of top national and international restaurants. Catch a view of the city in a 360-degree view at night from the Torre Costanera, currently the tallest structure in Latin America. The city’s nightlife also has a lot to offer, with many traditional dance and music clubs to explore. A must visit for Jazz fans is Santiago’s most famous venue, Club de Jazz.

Tips for operating to Santiago, Chile

Comodoro Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (IATA: SCL/ICAO: SCEL) is also known as Santiago International Airport and Pudahuel Airport. SCEL is the largest and busiest international airport located in Pudahuel, northwest of downtown Santiago, Chile. In 2013, it was also declared the seventh busiest airport in Latin America (according to aircraft movements). The airport serves all domestic, international and civil-military aviation services. SCEL is also open for General Aviation.

The Santiago International Airport offers Airport of Entry, as well as customs and immigration services 24 hours a day. However, customs clearance must be requested 12 hours before arrival. PPR/landing permit is mandatory. Landing permits are required for both non-revenue private and non-scheduled commercial flights into Chile. Landing Permits can be arranged 12 hours before your arrival, along with submission of insurance and registration certificates. Slot booking is not required. The airport is fully-equipped for all ground handling services, and parking is available for both small and large aircraft. Due to the high volume of traffic at this airport, we recommend you send a request for a parking space 24 hours before arriving. Helicopter transfer services are also available.

Jetex Luxury FBO in SCEL

Jetex is proud to have established a strong presence in Santiago, Chile. Operators flying to SCEL can benefit from our branded luxury FBO, which provides local expertise and adheres to the Jetex global standards. Amenities available include:

• Full ground handling
• Onsite immigration and customs clearance
• 1,400m2 of hangar space for aircraft parking, including helicopter parking
• Gourmet catering
• Fuel uplift services
• Premium VIP lounge
• Fully operational Flight Planning Room
• Exceptional concierge services

Jetex Flight Support is a one-stop-source for international trip planning. We can arrange everything you need for operating to and for staying in Chile.

Contact our Santiago FBO for further details:

Tel: +56 22 674 4000
Email: fbo-scl@jetex.com

Jetex Flight Support

Jetex is a global leader in the business aviation industry. We have established many other luxury FBOs and supervisory stations worldwide. Some of our other FBO locations include Dubai, Paris, Kiev, Toluca, Beijing, Tokyo, and Morocco.

Call us today to learn more about our services and prices. Our operations teams are on standby 24/7 to assist.

Jetex Dubai
Tel: +971 4 212 4000
Email: info@jetex.com
Jetex Miami
Tel: +1 305 306 4000
Email: itp@jetex.com

Next Tuesday November 1, the Melbourne Cup will take place at Flemington Racecourse in Melbourne, Victoria. This 3,200 meter race is one of Australia’s most prestigious thoroughbred horse races. It is the richest “two-mile” handicap in the world, and one of the richest turf races. Conducted annually by the Victoria Racing Club, the event will start at 3pm.

The first race was held in 1861 over two miles (3.219 km), however the course was shortened to 3,200 meters (1.988 mi) in 1972 when Australia adopted the metric system, reducing  the distance by 18.688 meters (61.312 ft). The current record holder is Kingston Rule, who won 1990 race with a time of 3:16.3.

The Melbourne Cup is a “quality handicap” for horses 3 years old and over. In handicap contests, the weight of the jockey and riding gear is adjusted with ballast to meet a nominated figure. Older horses will carry more weight than younger ones, and weights are also adjusted according to the horse’s previous results. In the past, weights were calculated to give each horse an equal winning chance. However in recent years the rules have changed to a “quality handicap” formula, with superior horses given less severe weight penalties than under “pure handicap” rules.

The Melbourne Cup is known as “the race that stops a nation”, and with good reason as much of Australia grinds to a halt. At 3pm next Tuesday, there will be approximately two and a half million spectators watching on television. Race day is even designated as a public holiday for those working within metropolitan Melbourne and some parts of regional Victoria, illustrating the country’s ongoing fascination with the event. As with the Grand National in United Kingdom, it is the one time of year when even those with only a passing interest in horse racing will have a flutter.

 

Flying into Melbourne

Planning to join the festivities at the Melbourne Cup? Arrive in style with Jetex!

We can provide a full range of trip planning, ground handling, aircraft fueling and concierge services for your flight into Australia. From obtaining reservations in the most exclusive hotels, to arranging VIP limo transfers and outstanding fine dining experiences, you can trust our team of experts to take care of every detail of your journey.