Global Flight Planner

The Global Flight Planner oversees the overall planning and execution of international flights, maintaining high attention to detail, focus, and adaptability to dynamic flight schedules. This role ensures safe, legal, and efficient coordination across global operations. Professionals in this position handle complex logistics for business aviation.

Day-to-day tasks involve submitting and managing airport slots, PPRs, landing permissions, overflight permits, and ground handling services including fuel and special arrangements. Coordinators also arrange catering, ground transportation, passenger hotels, and manage customs/immigration processes like General Declarations and APIS transmissions. They verify aircraft eligibility and ensure crew and passengers meet entry requirements.

This position thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment requiring strong organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, along with the ability to monitor weather, research deviations, and notify teams of changes. Various schedules including front/half back half, mornings, evenings, and overnights support operational needs.

Growth comes from interpreting regulations for compliance, making rapid decisions on safety and economy, and providing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders. Reporting non-compliance enhances safety and quality. The role demands physical stamina for extended sitting, typing, and occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.