Helicopter flights can be an unforgettable experience, whether for sightseeing, transfers, or business travel. But not every operator follows the same standards of safety and legality. Around the world, “grey charter” flights and questionable practices continue to put passengers at unnecessary risk. So how can a passenger, who isn’t an aviation expert, spot red flags…
Greek Helicopters in collaboration with AviTracer have launched a beta project integrating ChatGPT, OpenAI’s AI language model, to assist pilots and operations staff with quick, conversational access to the latest Hellenic AIP (Aeronautical Information Publication). The AI tool allows users to ask natural language questions and get instant, accurate responses based on the official AIP…
UPDATE: The NOTAM was removed on 25.06.25 D0383/25 NOTAM Q) LGGG/FAXX/IV/NBO / A /000/999/3642N02429E A) LGML B) 2025-06-21 04:00 C) 2025-06-30 20:59 E) IFR/VFR TRG FLIGHTS OR FLIGHTS FOR EXAMINATION PURPOSES NOT ACCEPTED WI MILOS ATZ. Where does it specify that an AFIS airspace or aerodrome in Class G airspace, located remotely and not interfering…
Helicopter operations can be safely integrated near busy airports, even if the heliports are within the ATZs. This study reviews examples, ATC management, regulatory frameworks, safety practices, and potential applications for LGAV.
According to Article 51, paragraph 2 of Law 4757/2020, the responsibility for implementing the Ministerial Decision regarding the “Obligation to submit Form 731 by passengers on privately operated aircraft” (Government Gazette B’ 422/2017) has been transferred to the HANSP (ΑΠΑ 4098/14-02-2025). In light of the above, as from 14.02.25 the submission of Form 731 will…
On January 28, 2025, the Safety and Incident Management Department of the HCAA, organized a highly successful in-person meeting on the topic of VFR flights in Greek airspace.
Ένας ελεγκτής εναέριας κυκλοφορίας πρέπει πάντα να διατηρεί την ψυχραιμία του και να παραμένει ευγενικός και αμερόληπτος, ανεξαρτήτως της κατάστασης ή της συμπεριφοράς του χειριστή.
An AOPA Netherlands proposal to abolish the obligation to submit a VFR flight plan for flights within the Schengen area HAS BEEN APPROVED. The relevant regulations will be amended. You can, of course, decide to submit a flight plan anyway and there may be good reasons for doing so. Where no flight plan is required,…
For anyone taking to the skies, maintaining an up-to-date pilot logbook isn’t just a mandate; it’s a fundamental part of being a responsible and professional pilot.
Saying “no” in aviation is not a sign of weakness; rather, it’s a demonstration of strength and professionalism.