Musings about Tunisia...
Has anyone flown GA into Tunis, or maybe Algeria? I am idly contemplating the summer's flying...
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I've been into Tunis. It's a bit of a ballsache. You need a clearance number for your flight plan and you will need to pre-arrange avgas as it is not normally available. Lots of faffing to get from the apron into the terminal and through customs etc. Repeat faffing to get back out again.
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Never been there myself but know a French guy who has (Algeria). Seems to be doable with some planning and avoiding Algiers. PM me for his details.
On a different note, I'd suggest to stick this query also in the Italian forum. They are closer to Tunisia and chances are someone has been there. |
Hoping that this doesn't constitute advertising :O but we fly regularly into Tunisia and Libya (and Algeria next year).
Safe flights, Sam. |
Sorry, additionally, the whole region will be very warm :eek: in July-Sept - more of an issue personally than for your machine, so a personal thing, but not to be underestimated.
Sam. If you are flying a low-wing, then drink lots of water! |
A Jet-A-burning low-wing it would be! Although I first have to address the challenge of the club's insurance only covering "Europe", it now seems...
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Hi Katamarino;
That's not usually a problem, you can even extend for the geographical limits and duration of your trip - you might have to pay extra for that, of course:hmm: Safe flights, Sam. |
Looks like insurance will be ok!
Does anyone have a source of AIP info for Tunis that doesn't involve paying them 200 Euros to order a CD-ROM..? :} |
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Yes, I found that, but could not find any actual AIP information; if you click on "AIP" you just get that Warning page. All I could find was a link asking for 200 Euro for a CD-ROM.
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If you want everything, then you may have to pay the Eur200. If you want a few specific items then your clearance agent will be able to let you know.
Safe flights, Sam. |
Yes, I found that, but could not find any actual AIP information; if you click on "AIP" you just get that Warning page. |
Aha, thanks AE, that's great; don't know how I missed that!
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Does anyone know how to go about getting a clearance number? I have googled, and read the AIP front to back, but there seems nothing related to private VFR flights and getting permission; only for commercial, or special flights (VIP, etc).
I have tried a handling agent that was recommended, but they are very unresponsive (1 week+ to even answer an email), and I am starting to think I should not rely on them. |
Hi Katamarino,
Was that ours? Normally they're very good. Otherwise, go through White Rose Aviation - who are exceptional. Best regards, Sam. |
Thanks Sam, I have heard good things about them before. I'll give them a go! Yes, it was your guys, unfortunately. Someone called "Anis" was, eventually, replying; but I've not heard for a week despite chasing.
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Okay, try Mike at White Rose, tell him Sam says Hi!
Cheers, Sam. |
Another vote for Mike - he does all my stuff...
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Katamarino, when are you thinking of going?
I am also considering some tea in the desert. |
We'll be in Tunisia from the 10th to the 14th of August. On the way down, we'll stop for fuel in Italy on the 7th, and then spend a few nights in Corsica. It'd be nice to see you!
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