Each summer, wildfires sweep across Canada, putting countless communities at risk. Fighting these fires requires a swift and coordinated aerial response. Thankfully, many U.S. operators answer the call, dispatching aircraft and crew for aerial firefighting, medevac, and other critical services on short notice. If you’re a U.S.-based airplane or helicopter operator planning to fly into […]
Category Archives: Blog
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Jul
Jul
In any aircraft transaction, whether you’re buying or selling a business jet, turboprop, or commercial airliner, a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) is a crucial step in the aircraft transaction management process. These inspections help uncover hidden issues that could impact the aircraft’s airworthiness, operability, or market value. More importantly, a structured inspection process—clearly defined in your […]
Uncategorized, Blog
Transport Canada Launches TC AIR App: New Aviation Document Booklets Application Process
05
Mar
Mar
Transport Canada has launched TC AIR, its first-ever mobile app, designed to simplify the application process for Aviation Document Booklets (ADBs). This new digital service will enable student pilots, pilots, flight engineers, and air traffic controllers to apply for a new ADB or renew an existing one quickly and conveniently, all through their mobile devices. […]
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Feb
Feb
Background On the afternoon of Saturday, February 1, 2025, the Trump Administration announced sweeping tariffs on virtually all Canadian goods imported into the US (pursuant to the “Executive Order”), triggering Canada’s announcement of corresponding tariffs on American goods being imported to Canada (“Order in Council”). On February 3, 2025, following Canada’s commitments on border measures, […]
Tax Advice, Blog
Resolving the Ambiguities surrounding the Canadian Luxury Tax: Insights on Application and Exemptions
04
Feb
Feb
Canada’s federal legislation on luxury items, the Luxury Items Tax Act (the “Act”), was introduced in the 2021 Federal Budget and came into effect on September 1, 2022. The Act imposes a tax on aircraft, calculated as the lesser of: The tax applies at the time of sale, importation, or lease of eligible aircraft, with […]
01
Jan
Jan
Effective December 28, 2024, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has implemented increased liability limits for international air carriage under the Montreal Convention, 1999. The Convention deals with the liability of carriers in cases of passenger death and injury, flight delays, and lost, damaged, or delayed baggage and cargo shipments. This article provides an overview […]
Aviation Regulatory Compliance, Blog
Special Aviation Exemptions Issued to Ensure Critical Holiday Operations
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Dec
Dec
ATTENTION, ATTENTION! In a holiday season twist, Transport Canada Civil Aviation and Transport Canada Aviation Security have officially granted Santa Claus some special exemptions from the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) and Canadian Aviation Security Regulations, ensuring his gift-delivery operations run as smoothly as a freshly polished sleigh. Here’s the festive breakdown: RVSM airspace is a […]
Aviation Regulatory Compliance, Blog
Simplifying Airspace Operations: Understanding AC 700-039 Issue 03 and RVSM Requirements
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Jul
Jul
Transport Canada has recently released the third issue of Advisory Circular (AC) 700-039, dated February 29, 2024, focusing on the “Requirements to Obtain Reduced Vertical Separation Minimum (RVSM) Specific Approval.” This crucial document aims to guide air operators through the process of acquiring the necessary approval to conduct flights within RVSM-designated airspace, ensuring safer and […]
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May
May
The Role of APU and Engine Borescope Inspections in Aircraft Purchase Agreements The negotiability of APU (Auxiliary Power Unit) and engine borescope inspections represent a key issue when negotiating an aircraft purchase agreement. While some parties may assert a market standard, the truth is that practices vary widely in the realm of aircraft transactions when […]
03
May
May
When it comes to acquiring an aircraft, understanding the intricacies of the aircraft purchase agreement is pivotal to ensuring a smooth transaction. Among these complexities, the inclusion of spare parts in aircraft purchase agreements often emerges as a critical point of negotiation. This guide aims to shed light on the importance of detailed inventory requirements […]
