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PHOTOS COURTESY OF SHEPHERD AERO
FERRY FLYING
MOVING AIRCRAFT AROUND THE GLOBE
by Grant Boyd
In today’s click and deliver society, the intricacies of logistical accomplishments often go unnoticed. When you can order something one day and it
appears on your doorstep the next morning, deliv- ering anything around the world these days seems to be an easy process.
Well, what about when it comes to delivering private aircraft?
As ferry pilots will tell you, the aircraft delivery process is rarely as simple as flying from Point A to Point B. Each delivery is a unique event that requires special attention to ensure a timely and safe transport that meets all identified expectations. As each flight mission varies, there is no standard guide for ferry flights. But, you can find common patterns across the detailed planning for weather, airspace limitations, aircraft endurance, aircraft equipment, crew duty days, geopolitical dangers and country restrictions.
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