Two helicopters parked on an airfield with people nearby, highlighting Helipaddy landing locations.
11 Aug
Europe, Pilots

“Mandatory Handling” in Europe

Many European airports impose unjustified mandatory handling for pilots, often lacking legal basis and violating EU and ICAO principles. This article clarifies pilot rights, dissects examples from various countries, including France, Spain, and Greece, and emphasizes the importance of self-handling, transparency, and proportionality in aviation services.

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16 Apr
Country Guide, Europe, Pilots

Flying a Helicopter in Italy

Italy’s VFR airspace poses challenges due to large CTRs, complex regulations, and bureaucratic hurdles for landing on uncertified helipads. EASA rules guide operations, while automated solutions like Helipaddy are emerging. Diverse regions such as the Amalfi Coast and Tuscany offer beautiful helicopter flight experiences. Compliance with Ares 118 ensures safety and environmental standards.

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