Mexico’s Federal Civil Aviation Agency has eliminated single-entry landing permits for foreign charter flights, according to confirmation obtained by Universal Aviation Mexico. International charter operators must now hold a validated blanket permit before operating into Mexican airspace.

The change directly affects non-scheduled commercial operations and increases the importance of completing permit validation before departure. Operators arriving without the required authority may face additional scrutiny, sanctions or operational disruption, while private non-revenue flights remain subject to a different permitting framework.

NVOII considers the distinction especially important for aircraft managers and trip-support teams whose missions may alternate between private and commercial classifications. A flight’s operational status—not simply the aircraft or passenger profile—determines which approval is required, making accurate documentation and advance coordination essential for upcoming Mexican missions.

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