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The rapid growth of the drone industry has presented significant challenges and opportunities for governments in Latin America. To ensure the safe and responsible use of drones, these countries have implemented and maintain various regulatory frameworks.   

The rapid advancements in drone capabilities have opened new avenues for commercial use, but outdated regulations often pose significant barriers. Moreover, the proliferation of multiple governing authorities in many countries can create confusion and hinder efficient operations.  

The Philippine High Court recently rendered a decision holding that the accommodation and lodging services by a Philippine hotel to the pilots and crew of Delta Air Lines during flight layovers in the Philippines are not subject to value added tax.

We inform you about the recent approval and incorporation of amendments to the concession contract of MVD Airport.

Since 20 March there is a new legal requirement which obliges exporters of certain types of goods to include “no re-export to Russia” clauses in their contracts. This obligation is particularly relevant for the aviation industry in general, because the list of items is very wide and includes many goods that are usually traded in this industry. We have prepared a short news alert which you will find attached, in case you consider it worth sharing with the network.

The Venezuelan Civil Aviation Authority (the ‘INAC’) has updated the regulation governing the operation of foreign General Aviation aircraft in Venezuela. The new set of rules were published in the Official Gazette No. 42.823 of 21 February 2024 (the ‘New Regulation’). It repealed the regulation published in the Official Gazette No. 41.185 of 03 July […]

El Instituto Nacional de Aeronáutica Civil (“INAC”) ha actualizado las disposiciones que regulan las operaciones de aeronaves civiles de Aviación General de matrícula extranjera en Venezuela. La nueva Providencia Administrativa fue publicada en la Gaceta Oficial Nº 42.823 del 21 de febrero de 2024 (la “Nueva Regulación”). La misma derogó la Providencia Administrativa publicada en […]

In a significant development, the Philippine government has recently concluded a bid to upgrade and privatize the Manila International Airport, the country’s most prominent international gateway. Because of this privatization, airport fees and the CAAP’s air navigation fees are expected to rise.   

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) recently issued a memorandum updating the fees it charges for air navigation services. While the CAAP fees may seem specific at first glance, the implications to consumers are substantial. In addition to the fees, the broader global trend of extraordinary inflation will affect the consumer price index globally. 

Amidst the global aviation industry’s ongoing recovery, a critical question lingers for airlines based in Turkey: how to navigate the complex waters of European passenger rights regulations, particularly regarding long delay compensation. While Turkey itself is not an EU member, its strategic location and reliance on European tourism necessitate careful consideration of these regulations.

In L2b’s recent episode of Global Aviation News live stream, L2b member and aviation attorney A. Efe Erten of Turkey shed light on this intricate issue.