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Vegas Grand Prix To Create Aircraft Parking Logjam for Private Aviation
The event is anticipated to be a huge draw for private aviation, and most local airports are already booked up
Aerial shot of Henderson Executive Airport
Henderson Executive Airport's ramp will be packed with private aviation aircraft this week, as Las Vegas prepares to host its first Formula 1 Grand Prix. (Photo: Clark County Department of Aviation)

With the Las Vegas Formula 1 Grand Prix taking place this Sunday, transforming the famed Las Vegas Strip into a racecourse for the first time, area airports are gearing up for a major influx of business aircraft. At Harry Reid International Airport (KLAS), Henderson Executive Airport (KHND), and North Las Vegas Airport (KVGT), all transient aircraft arrivals must receive prior permission from their FBO through November 20.

“If you land without PPR [prior permission required], you will not be permitted to deplane passengers. You will have to depart immediately or, if additional fuel is needed to continue to another location, you will be permitted to upload fuel,” said Heidi Williams, NBAA’s senior director of air traffic services and infrastructure. “PPR will be strictly enforced to maintain order for what will be an extremely high number of operations.”

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