Resources: International Operations

For those who fly globally for business, NBAA offers resources and news, including ever-changing requirements and more.
nbaa.org/intl

NBAA International Flight Plan Format Guide

With an emphasis on industry standards and comprehensive recommendations, this guide offers tools for making international flight plans. Developed with input from experts, it shares suggestions for flight planners and Part 91 operators, as well as common misunderstandings and complexities.
nbaa.org/intl/flightplan

NBAA Customs Checklists

This guide addresses some of the most common logistical considerations for international trips, including customs checklists for inbound and outbound flights.
nbaa.org/customs-checklists

SAFA

U.S.-registered business aircraft flying in Europe are subject to Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft inspections when operating in the European Union. NBAA recommends reviewing the rules and procedures for SAFA compliance.
nbaa.org/safa

Oceanic Flight Information

For flights in oceanic airspace, NBAA’s resources include guidance for operating in the North Atlantic, West Atlantic, the Caribbean and Pacific.
nbaa.org/oceanic

Security Risk Assessment for Business Aviation

Produced by the NBAA Security Council, this process helps assess risk across various areas, including damage to assets, threats to personnel, identification and documentation vulnerabilities and public relations exposure.
nbaa.org/securitymatrix

Poll: Business Aviation and Geopolitical Conflicts

Business aviation operators were asked in 2024 to respond to this statement: “Our flight operations have been negatively impacted by global geopolitical conflicts within the last 12 months.”