Flying to Mexico
08-27-2014, 02:29 PM
#3
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Joined APC: Dec 2009
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HTH - 2013 thread, all recommend a handler.
tener cuidado, divertirse
http://www.airlinepilotforums.com/co...questions.html
tener cuidado, divertirse
http://www.airlinepilotforums.com/co...questions.html
08-27-2014, 03:11 PM
#4
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Joined APC: Mar 2011
Position: Left seat on a kite
Posts: 1,884
First of all....where in Mehhhico will you be gracing your presence with?
I would recommend a handler in your case since this appears to be a first trip south.
The advantages are great as they can assist in:
- airport specific customs/immigration procedures
- Paying the bill
- GETTING A FUEL TRUCK BEFORE THE YEAR 2040 (this is a big issue down there). Priority means knowing Humberto the Handler and Benjamin the $100 bill.
- Better parking spot if you going to a place like Cabo
- Legitimate and safe transportation
- Files your flight plan if needed
etc..etc..etc
Cons
- cost money but still worth the cost
- I think thats it!
Enjoy Meeehhhico
I would recommend a handler in your case since this appears to be a first trip south.
The advantages are great as they can assist in:
- airport specific customs/immigration procedures
- Paying the bill
- GETTING A FUEL TRUCK BEFORE THE YEAR 2040 (this is a big issue down there). Priority means knowing Humberto the Handler and Benjamin the $100 bill.
- Better parking spot if you going to a place like Cabo
- Legitimate and safe transportation
- Files your flight plan if needed
etc..etc..etc
Cons
- cost money but still worth the cost
- I think thats it!
Enjoy Meeehhhico
08-27-2014, 03:55 PM
#7
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Joined APC: Oct 2006
Posts: 945
Originally Posted by NoSidNoStar
Remember that you need proof of insurance, and some other peculiarities that an handler can expedite for you.
Get a handler.
08-27-2014, 07:17 PM
#10
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Joined APC: Feb 2007
Position: Chief Pilot - Hawker 800xp
Posts: 36
Originally Posted by Mink
Was just there. Not only proof of insurance, but they wanted to see the "receipt" for payment of said insurance. Tried explaining that we don't get the coverage/policy without having paid for it, but they were hard over on seeing a receipt. Handler sorted it out.
Get a handler.
Get a handler.
The Commandante (aka poppa smurf) is the biggest hard a$$ I have ever come across in 15+ years of flying to Mexico. It is always something every time you have to deal with him.
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