When an aircraft lands with a patient on board, every second counts. Ground handling isn’t just about parking the plane or fueling it up; it’s the invisible force that keeps life-saving missions running on time.
Ever tried comparing a private jet permit with an airline one? It’s like comparing a custom order to a mass-produced product.
Fuel efficiency isn’t just about saving money anymore. It’s about staying competitive, reducing environmental impact, and improving long-term operational performance.
Airlines used to focus only on schedules, fees, and paperwork when applying for flight permits. But things have changed.
Flying across Africa is never as simple as drawing a line from Point A to Point B. Every flight path cuts across several FIRs, and each one comes with its own rules.
When people think about flying, they picture the plane, the pilots, and the passengers. What most travelers don’t see is the busy ground crew making sure the aircraft is fueled, loaded, and ready to leave on time.
Running a non-scheduled cargo flight in Africa sounds straightforward until you try to get the permit.
At first glance, a windsock looks like a simple tool: a fabric cone moving in the wind. But for pilots, ground handlers, and operators, a windsock is more than just a flag.