Pop up trip to Cabo San Lucas...

[H.Agenda]

Mexican insurance..got it.

jepps trip kit on the way..

Which handlers can y'all reccomend?

They have prist down there right?

Any insight is appreciated!!!

 

[BEfly]

I.C.C.S is awesome, they take care of it all incl fuel. But it comes at a price- 2K+. Bring some cash if ya don't get a handler. Both airports have prist and prefer AVCARD. MMSD is a busy place this time of year but immigrations and getting fuel is pretty easy, just put on your patience cap. MMSL is smaller but much closer to where your people probably want to go. They are almost as capable as the big airport and is becoming more popular. Be careful with the "dip" on the northwest end of the runway (mmsl). Also they have no reporting wx and no approaches. I'm down there frequently and I haven't run into too many issues at either airport. Don't forget to call US customs at your airport of entry within 24 hours of returning to U.S.

 

[ruhroa]

dont forget to "tip" the handler on the way in

 

[jumppilot03]

These handlers cost $2K and you are still expected to tip them?

 

[ultrarunner]

Two Words:

Cabo Wabo

 

[G100driver]

These handlers cost $2K and you are still expected to tip them?

Nope, but I do tip guy who services the crapper and hauls all the bosses bags.

I think he was refering to the green light red light dude. He has never been a problemo ... senor.

 

[mjmcint]

Piece of Cake

MMSD is pretty organized. I have used a handler and not used a handler. I don't think the handler was much help at all. He pretty much took my money and told me what I already new. He had filled out the paperwork prior to our arrival, but that takes all of 20 minutes (if you have the paperwork before you leave the USA). Basically, visit the Cammondante (have your proof of MX insurance airworthiness and registration) He will give you a form that has to be stamped by a) the traffic controller closing your flight plan; b) customs; c) Immagration. Return the stamped form to the Commandante. He will give you a form that you will need before departure. You will basically file with thw traffic controller and get the customs stamp. I have paid for fuel with Visa, but they take a while to bring it to your plane and it takes another 20-30 minutes for them to run your Visa card through. There is always somebody that speaks english around to tell you where to go next if you get confused.

Good luck!

MJ

 

[BushwickBill]

Universal worked great

I wouldn't try it on your own until you use a handler at least once.

Don't get carried away with tipping. The handlers say that they will take you fishing etc. but they just want your cash.

You pay them for a service. Tipping is a little out of the ordinary.

I do give cokes to the guys fueling. They fuel you faster when they see you again.

 

[ruhroa]

well i have been to mexico at least once a yr for over 10 yrs and i hve always tipped and neverhad anty delays or problems its worth the 40 in and 40 out..... i had a guy that would not listen landed did not tip and sat with pax on a/c for two hrs to get paerwork straightened out........ do what you like i just prefer not to be hastled

 

[SabreFlyR]

I am here now and come here almost monthly. I use a local guy for the handling ($350 incl tips) pay the airport fees on my AmEx and fuel goes on the Uvair card. Our paxs walk in and sign their immigration forms do the the obligatory pass by customs and are gone in less than 10 minutes.
I did it a couple times on my own, missed a stamp one time that caused a 30 minute departure delay, since then I just use a handler for the paperwork.

 

[XR1]

We've been using MMSL exclusively since they lengthened the runway to 7K. They're still getting used to handling jets and have been doing a good job. Like a previous poster said...strictly day VFR ops...hours are 0700 to 1700 (I think). No need for a handler. Tania ([email protected]) pretty much runs things and will act as your handler. We typically tip her 50 to 100 depending on how smoothly things go. They don't accept American Express. If you pay with a credit card they tack on a nominal tax (1.8% last time I was there...you'll wonder why things don't add up if you don't account for it). Fueling is fairly quick and the airport has a tower. Contact Tania for all the specifics. Also, if you haven't been to MX this year you should talk to the commandante when you get there about buying an annual permit, otherwise they'll charge you a fee every time you enter the country. The annual permit pays for itself pretty fast. You'll also need a U.S. Customs decal (2008) for your aircraft and most importantly, make sure your pax have their passports in hand when entering the U.S.

 

[H.Agenda]

Invaluable info guys.. Much appreciated!!!!!

Thank you.

 

[rettofly]

If you need PRIST at MMSD, be sure to get them to use the overwing fuel truck - the single point trucks have no PRIST and no means to add it.
Looks like they're finally getting ready to finish the parallel taxiway. that should help shorten up arrival and departure delays caused by back-taxiing.

 

[NCherches]

Anyone been into MMSL lately? Any info on the 'handler' or FBO person there to talk to for helping with handling?

Thanks.

 

[ksu_aviator]

http://www.acsl.com.mx/contact.html

No handling required. Just e-mail them with your pax list and estimated arrival time and they'll handle the rest. They can even sell you an entry permit on the spot.

 

[NCherches]

KSU -

When I emailed the FBO they said Sebastian down there would do the handling for $230. He is an employee of the FBO. Does that sound right or is that not even needed?

 

[spxdriver]

KSU -

When I emailed the FBO they said Sebastian down there would do the handling for $230. He is an employee of the FBO. Does that sound right or is that not even needed?

Sebastian is the owner of the airport.
They say there's no handler required at the airport. There is, it's just done "in house" and charged on your bill when you depart.

 

[ksu_aviator]

KSU -

When I emailed the FBO they said Sebastian down there would do the handling for $230. He is an employee of the FBO. Does that sound right or is that not even needed?

Ya, that's about right. But, the $230 is far less than the other airport, you won't get put behind an airliner when it comes to fueling and you will be treated like royalty. It is the best airport in Mexico, imo.

Oh...I almost forgot...they don't allow tipping either. That's included in the price of the landing fee.

 

[CA1900]

Sebastian is the owner of the airport.

He's an amazing individual, and does a terrific job along with his wife. I'd take MMSL over the big airport any day of the week!

 

[Fernando]

I was at MMSD San Jose del Cabo yesterday the place was crowded, at leats 60 jets parked, some of them like 10 Global Express and GV were parked in the Alaska Terminal

Amazing, im guessing the New Years Party @ Cabo Wabos is gonna be awesome