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Vatican Funeral Brings ATC Operational Changes in Rome
Millions plan to attend ceremonies honoring the late Pope
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With many heads-of-state and other VIP aircraft expected to arrive in Rome over the coming days to pay tribute to the late Pope Francis, the city’s airport authority is issuing new guidelines for general and business aviation traffic. © Paolo Cambula/Aeroporti di Roma

Following yesterday’s passing of Pope Francis, Italian transportation officials are preparing for the arrival of millions of mourners, including world leaders and other dignitaries. Global trip support provider Universal Weather and Aviation reports that business aircraft operators headed to Rome should expect significant procedural changes over the coming days.

The Eternal City’s airport authority immediately implemented a suspension of all prior permission required (PPR) releases for April 24 through April 30 at Leonardo da Vinci Rome Fiumicino Airport (LIRF) and Ciampino Airport (LIRA). All PPR requests will now be reviewed and approved on a daily basis with no advance guarantees during this period.

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