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General aviation

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General aviation includes all kinds of unscheduled civil aviation, usually in light aircraft, including helicopters.

UnderstandIn air travel, "general aviation" is a broad category that includes all civil aviation except scheduled airline service and paid cargo flights.
TypesCommon applications for general aviation in travel include:
Air charterAir charter companies fly where you want them and the time you want them to.
Fly yourselfIf you hold a private pilot's licence, then travelling at the controls of a small plane as a private pilot can be one of the most fulfilling travel experiences possible.
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