Operator Questions: Mexico

How many business aviation operators are there in Mexico?

According to open data, there are 90 operators based in 30 cities: Guerrero Negro, Saltillo (Plan de Guadalupe), Toluca (Adolfo Lopez Mateos), Monterrey (Del Norte Intl), Guadalajara (Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl); Monterrey (Del Norte Intl); Monterrey, Nuevo Leon; Toluca (Adolfo Lopez Mateos), Veracruz (Gen Heriberto Jara). The list is verified against open sources and updated as changes occur.

What types of aircraft do operators have in Mexico?

Local companies' fleets include the Cessna 208B, Cessna 208B EX, Honda HondaJet Elite II, Gulfstream GV, Learjet 35A, and Learjet 60. We select the right aircraft for the job from this fleet and from aircraft in neighboring countries.

Why look at the operator's AOC?

An air operator certificate (AOC) is issued by the aviation authorities of the country of registration and defines flight regulations, crew requirements, and dispute resolution procedures. Flights are always operated by the operator, not the broker, so their approvals are verified before a booking is confirmed.