Mexico Trips

[skyking1976]

Any advice for getting through Mexican Customs? I may have a trip south of the border this weekend and I'm wondering what the procedure is for filing flight plans to Mexico and if there is anything special that needs to be done in order to clear their customs inspection.

Thanks!
SK

 

[falcondriver]

Give us more info. What town are you departing from and what mexican town are you flying to?
FD

 

[skyking1976]

Not sure where we are flying into. I know that it will probably not be a "border town". Departing from Denver-Jeffco.

 

[Astra Guy]

Sky,

Get a handler. Contact Manny Aviation Services....they should be on the web. They handle Jeppesen and Universal clients as well but dealing directly can save you quite a few bucks.

If you had a Spanish speaking crew member you might be able to avoid some of the handler business, though.

 

[Limeyflyer]

Watch out in Juarez, the customs guy and the handler tried pipming my captain for $1400 cash because they said he did not have an exit stamp in his passport. Our exit stamps are always on our flight plan and paperwork given to the handlers in Toluca or wherever. Just watch your back the customs guys are not always the good guys.

 

[jrod]

Manny Aviation Services. A little extra cash goes a long way too. Try to avoid the less traveled areas. The airports frequented by US citizens seem be easier to work with.

 

[mjmcint]

Mexico = Denero

It seems like someone is always asking for cash.

 

[skyking1976]

I just found out that we're going to Cabo. Any pointers?

SK

 

[Limeyflyer]

Sunglasses and Sun Tan Lotion.

 

[skyking1976]

Beauty. Thanks for all the info, guys!

SK

 

[capt601]

Cabo

Don't use a handler for Cabo. Cancun is the same way, the handler will just charge you an extreme amount to do just what the FBO can do for you. Outside of those two place, use a handler.

Just call the FBO up and they will be able to help you with everything, for a lot less in fees. They can have all of your forms filled out for you upon arrival and walk you right through customs.

The contact at the FBO is Adriano Fisher at 011+52+624+146+5205. They will want you to fax ( 011+52+624+146+5200)all of the crew info, aircraft airworthiness, registration , mexican insurance, and all of the pax info, and ETA, etc...

Don't forget to get your Mexican landing permit (required for Part 91) operators. They can get it for you or you can get it through universal. You can get a one time permit (can be done in a day or so) or an annual permit (this requires approx. 1 month's notice for the paperwork to get through the DGAC in Mexico).

If you use the FBO you will pay for all of the fees with AMEX, VISA, or M/C. You can fuel with World Fuel or UVAIR.

We are heading down there next month, I can't wait for a couple of relaxing days by the pool!

Remember, tips are always appreciated in Mexico!! It can make it very easy when you are leaving.
capt601