OSHKOSH, Wisconsin.- The Dominican Republic announced the "Flying Ambassadors" program to attract private airplane tourism, offering 24-7 personal assistance for the planning of flights, customs procedures, fuel availability, documentation and other formalities.
The announcement by Dominican Civil Aviation Institute (IDAC) director Jose Tomas Perez is the result of a presidential decree, and comes during the yearly aviation fair.
The decree eliminates all fees by the different agencies on private planes which weigh 30,000 pounds or less.
"The Dominican Republic has everything, with 14 friendly airports, free of charge and of problems, spectacular and pristine beaches, casinos, nightlife, 75,000 hotel rooms , 10,000 foot high peaks, the Caribbean’s highest airport, the Western Hemisphere’s oldest European city and 26 world class golf courses, the authorities said in a statement.
Pilots respond
The Dominican delegation were pleasantly surprised when the Airplanes Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), which had recommended not to visit the country citing difficulties in its airports, and announced the Dominican authorities new disposition and the appointment of Jim Parker, of the company Caribbean Flying Adventures, its "good will ambassador " to help in the effort.
SOURCE: diariolibre.com, listin.com.do
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
You cannot imagine how much this means to transiting pilots ....not to worry about official shake downs and drawn weapons etc .....this will bring good will and money to the DR if it is true
Written by: devin11, 27 Jul 2010 12:03 PM
From: United States, The Greatest City
Very true Mr. GC, guys with airplanes usually have a "few" bucks at their disposal.
From: United States
BS the whole article. You will still get a shake down for money and guns will contiune to be drawn if you don't pay up.
Avoid the DR with private aircraft.The AOPA was misquoted.
Written by: Atabey, 27 Jul 2010 12:14 PM
From: United States
"Written by: JimHarrington, 27 Jul 2010 12:12 PM
From: United States
BS the whole article. You will still get a shake down for money and guns will contiune to be drawn if you don't pay up.
Avoid the DR with private aircraft.The AOPA was misquoted."
How do you know?
Written by: xwill7, 27 Jul 2010 12:15 PM
From: United States, Chicago
blu,
Don't forget your wallet when you fly your private plane in DR
From: United States
to atebey,
I am a private pilot and I have been burned by the Dominican government dogs they have at the airports in the DR.
Avoid the DR by all costs.
Written by: cpilot, 27 Jul 2010 12:20 PM
From: Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
You people are something. This is simply a “ tourist trap” for aviation. If you don’t know the meaning in English of a liar I will give it to you in your 500 years old language, MENTIROSOS. It used to be that airport fees where considered almost an "armed robbery" where the government took half and the airport administration the other half of $$$. Now since you have this “sharks” administrating these public airports they take 100% of the cake. Who is going to pay the $300 bill for a small Cessna when you land at Las Americas airport for Servair? Same thing for La Romana and Punta Cana. Once you landed there is nothing you can do about it. Come on people, get real. I think you “word” (su palabra) is worth five “cheles” (meaning Dominican pennies). "The Dominican Republic has everything, with 14 friendly airports? (Please, name them) free of charge and of problems, (pure lies), the Western Hemisphere’s oldest European city (500 years and look at you, really LOOK at YOU)…
From: United States
cpilot,
your are right on the mark.
Written by: riosm, 27 Jul 2010 12:24 PM
From: United States
Sounds like nightmare in the making.
STILL.....Thats a nice group formation picture ....a F-86 Saber, P-38 Lightning, Warhog A-10 attack, P-51D Mustang nice real nice, got to luv it.
Written by: synapse, 27 Jul 2010 12:28 PM
From: United States
Now if you can do the same to the ports for visiting yachts! You can join the rest of the civilized world in welcoming navigators cruising the ocean who would love to stop by and spend money.
Why is the DR 50 years behind the times is the most essential elements that will take it out of the dark ages and into the 21 century. It drives me crazy to see that the DR acts like such a sophisticated modern country when in reality it is still living in the dark ages.
Hey DR, -put a hemet on and get in the game will you! You should be a leader in the Caribbean instead of the retarded little brother!
From: United States
Even if you decide to go to the DR remember there is nowhere you can go to complain. The country is so corrupt from one end to the other you have to be stupid to go there with a boat or aircraft.
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
The DR has a horrible reputation for shakedowns Banana Republic style ......Lets see if they can change their tune .....La Romana and Punta Cana dont hassle those guys in private planes going to Cap Cana and Casa de Campo or they would not come those guys do not fly commercial
From: United States
Blutarsky,
You ar living in a fantasy world. These military shakedown bastards are everywhere.
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
Then if they try it with those guys they will get their asses kicked by bigger dogs than some tinpot general .....it you are talking about those two airports ....those marinas were built for the big boats transiting and playing and the owners follow the boats in their planes
Written by: cpilot, 27 Jul 2010 1:11 PM
From: Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Thanks JimHarrington,
I challenge their sources: "diariolibre.com and listin.com.do" to seek the truth before publishing unfounded information like this. It only drive us angry. We are affected by such abusing fees and on top of all this they openly lie to the international aviation community.
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Government and international airport operators develop a program to promote private aviation in various international fairs to increase that high end tourism toward the country.
To organize the fairs the business leaders Frank Rainieri, president of the Group Puntacana, and Felix Garcia, of Cibao International Airport, net with Airports Department director Arístides Fernandez Zucco, who said the effort seeks to increase flights towards Dominican Republic by 10%, for which he affirms the country counts on the best airport infrastructure to develop that type of tourism.
He said the Tourism Ministry and the Civil Aviation Institute also contribute and coordinate with the private sector in the project.
For Rainieri the effort by the authorities helps mesh private and commercial aviation. “Now that we are al working together, public and private sector, we’re all aware of the importance this signifies, we’re going to grow with firm steps.”
continued
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Garcia said despite not having the attractions of our country, other islands lure aviation tourists by the thousands. “I believe it’s a concerted effort, we need to work hand in hand to attract to the Dominican Republic those tourists who arrive by the thousands in other islands which don’t have our conditions.
Let these super rich become friends of the DR by their visits..... they bring money and jobs and influence ....Just look at Casa de Campo and how many projects started from people who fell in love with the country when they came to visit
This Story appeared less than a month ago things dont change over night ...............
Written by: cpilot, 27 Jul 2010 3:35 PM
From: Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Somehow the essence of the subject is lost as we add comments. It all started with ... “Dominican Republic boosts effort to attract private airplane tourism”. Decree 169-08, of March 24, 2008 (1 year, 4 months and 3 days ago) indicates the removal of government fees. Now, you have these people saying not only in OSHKOSH but also in Sun and Fun Air shows that it is virtually free of fees to fly to Dominican Republic. Who cares to who the money goes to? We are paying too much to land at these airports compare to other islands. I know for shure that this are the most expensive airports to fly in the Caribbean. This is not an overnight thing. Is just what we see day by day here in D.R.
A lie (also called prevarication, falsehood) is a known untruth expressed as truth. A lie is a type of deception in the form of an untruthful statement, especially with the intention to deceive others.
Proof me wrong!
Written by: danny00, 27 Jul 2010 3:51 PM
From: United States
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
You cannot imagine how much this means to transiting pilots ....not to worry
PLENTY TO WORRY ABOUT IN THE DR...
THIS WHOLE THING IS ONE FURST.
LET ME TELL U ONE STORY.
IN THE GREEK MYTH, ICARUS IS GIVEN WINGS IN THE FORM OF FEATHERS AFFIXED BY WAX TO A WOODEN FRAME. HE ALSO IS GIVEN A WARNING: DO NOT FLY TOO HIGH LEST THE SUN MELT THE WAX.. IN THE ECSTASY OF SOARING, HE FORGOT AND FELL TO HIS DEATH.
Written by: danny00, 27 Jul 2010 3:56 PM
From: United States
especially with the intention to deceive others.
nothing to prove in the dr..
the proof is in the pudding....
in this case the fraud is in most hearts and souls in the dr... this is a way of life.
matters not if your in a plane, boat car, or on one bike always someone to try and deceive u in the dr.
and this is from one dominican
wave a other flag these days....
la- la land needs to be taught on how to fly the right way..
just like in the greek myth.
From: Dominican Republic, Boca de Chavon
It would be interesting to read what Jim Parker has to say . I find it hard to believe what Jim Harrington has written as every one of his postings is so anti Dominican Republic .I prefer to believe that when there is a Presidential decree and the Director has publicly announced the Flying Ambassadors scheme that there will , in fact , be a no fee landing right for private tourist planes .
But that is maybe because I want the best for the DR .
Written by: danny00, 27 Jul 2010 4:03 PM
From: United States
every one pays in the dr one way or other....
better to skip this island, in fact might be better if u land in hell u have a better chance.
Written by: cpilot, 27 Jul 2010 4:39 PM
From: Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
What Jim Parker has to say will not change reality. Do not try to cover the Sun with a hand. The Presidential Decree 169-08, of March 24, 2008 is 1 year, 4 months and 3 days old. That has nothing to do with it. You are force to pay other fees at these airports that goes way up your imagination. If you don’t know this fact is because you are either not a pilot flying to Dominican Republic or somebody is paying them for you, or you fly for somebody that somehow does not have to pay for it. That statement of “every one of his postings is so anti Dominican Republic” is the typical baby cry, get real, get inform.
From: Dominican Republic, Boca de Chavon
I suggest you read all his postings ,,you can do it online here..not one positive comment about the DR
Written by: cpilot, 27 Jul 2010 5:14 PM
From: Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Ricardo,
That is "maybe because you want the best for the DR" ??? We are not talking about an Ancient Greek Mythology... this is not a romantic feeling against or in favor of the Dominican Republic, this is pure reality... don't take it personal, I really want DR to be a better place...
Written by: cpilot, 27 Jul 2010 5:16 PM
From: Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
sorry, it was somebody else that quoted the Greek Mythology thing...
From: United States
Ricardolito,
It is better you grow and get your head out of your ass and look at what is going on in the DR.
If i didn't love the DR I would not come back.
What you have is a cultural gap that looks at how much anyone can rip off from an estranegero.
Politicians in the DR are out for only one thing to see how muc h money they can rip off from anyone.
Look at aduana's post of today, an absentee president Leonel galvanting all over the world rather than worrying on his countries problems.
I write for a lot of newspapers and i print the truth. You don't like so you call it Dominican Repbulic bashing, I call it telling the truth.
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
Jimmy you are in a C 172....these guys are in jets rented or other wise .....you pay ....they dont lol
From: United States
by the way Blutarsky you idiot I fly a Falcon 10
From: United States
blutarsky,
you are showing the little bit of knowledge you have by your remarks.
It seems that yoy want people in a 172 to pay and lear dosen't have to.
You are a stupid individual that has no breeding, you are probably a PLD stooge that has only one thought to rip off anyone you can.
May god have mercy on you for your lack of humanity.
From: Dominican Republic, Boca de Chavon
why is it Jim that I do not believe you ??? no worthwhile journalist could write what you do !! but as well as being a pilot and a journalist , what else fills up your day ???
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
DR Has it All for pilots with magnificent culture, geography and world-class accommodations
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dominican Republic (DR) Ministry of Tourism is bringing a taste of the most fascinating and bio-diverse island nation to U.S. pilots with the DR for Pilots exhibit at the 2010 Experimental Aviation Association (EAA) event in Oshkosh, Wis., held July 26 – August 1. The second largest country in the Caribbean, top DR aviation and tourism leaders will attend this annual gathering of more than 500,000 aviation buffs in the U.S. to greet pilots, give away DR trips and provide information on its fee-free airports, rich culture and unparalleled scenery.
"With 14 modern and welcoming airports throughout the country's distinct geographic regions, the Dominican Government aims to increase private flights to the DR. Pilots will discover stunning views of coastlines, beaches, mountains, waterfalls and valleys with charming rural towns and modern cities," s
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
modern cities," saidaid Magaly Toribio, Vice Minister of International Promotion for the DR Ministry of Tourism.
"The DR for Pilots exhibit at EAA is the result of a unified effort among DR Ministry of Tourism, Dominican Airport Department, Dominican Institute of Civil Aviation, Aeroclubs and private sector leaders to ensure that private pilots learn how easy it is to explore our magnificent paradise," she added.
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
In the DR, pilots will discover unique flying experiences not found anywhere else and enjoy world-famous Dominican hospitality. Less than a six-hour flight from Miami, it's easy for private pilots to fly to the DR. While many travel destinations can only welcome these pilots in the summer months, the DR is a warm, sunny place to visit year-round," said Aristides Fernandez Zucco, DR Minister and Director of the Department of Airports.
"Eco-friendly policies keep the DR vibrant and green, so flying within the country offers breathtaking views of nature expressed in extreme and different forms. Pilots can cruise around the Central Mountain Range and land at Constanza, the highest airport above sea level where they will see Duarte Peak, the tallest point in the Caribbean. But they can also explore arid deserts and Lake Enriquillo in the southwest, which marks the lowest point in the Caribbean. With nearly 1,000 miles of coastline, pilots can make landings at short sea-side airstrips along
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
the Atlantic Ocean or Caribbean Sea," said Jose Tomas Perez, director of the DR Institute of Civil Aviation.he DR for Pilots EAA booth, located in EAA's Hangar C, will showcase the country's world-class hotels, golf, unique attractions, geography and culture that make the DR a must-see destination for pilots. Drawings for trips to the country will be held and aviation and tourism officials will be available to provide detailed information about DR airports. In addition, an authentic Dominican cigar roller will provide product demonstrations and samples.
The Dominican Republic's first tourist was Christopher Columbus in 1492. Rich in history, the DR has developed into a diverse destination offering both Dominican and European flavors to more than one million U.S. visitors each year. Named #1 Golf Destination in Caribbean & Latin America by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators, the DR boasts 25 designer golf courses, upscale resorts, pristine nature, and sophisticated ci
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
DR boasts 25 designer golf courses, upscale resorts, pristine nature, and sophisticated cities and quaint villages filled with warm Dominican people. The DR features the best beaches, fascinating history and culture, and is a chosen escape for celebrities, couples and families alike. Visit the Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism's official website at: www.GoDominicanRepublic.com.
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
the Atlantic Ocean or Caribbean Sea," said Jose Tomas Perez, director of the DR Institute of Civil Aviation.he DR for Pilots EAA booth, located in EAA's Hangar C, will showcase the country's world-class hotels, golf, unique attractions, geography and culture that make the DR a must-see destination for pilots. Drawings for trips to the country will be held and aviation and tourism officials will be available to provide detailed information about DR airports. In addition, an authentic Dominican cigar roller will provide product demonstrations and samples.
The Dominican Republic's first tourist was Christopher Columbus in 1492. Rich in history, the DR has developed into a diverse destination offering both Dominican and European flavors to more than one million U.S. visitors each year. Named #1 Golf Destination in Caribbean & Latin America by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators, the
From: United States
You are full of it and it shows. Never argue with an idiot like you because you will never win.
From: Dominican Republic, Boca de Chavon
Strangely , that was the advice I was just about to give to Blu ..
From: United States
Its strange ricardolito, I admire the Dominican Republic and I see it wasted by government officials mainly interested in their own wallet. This naturally works its way down like a cancer since the judicial system is corrupted.
I see so many good things that are Dominican heritage and then I see blind chavinism like blutarsky shows and know the system cannot be repaired.
I originaly had hopes that Leonel would do something of good even though he was originally elected with Balaguers help I thought there is hope but instead I found that Leonel is trying to save the world rather than his country for which he was orriganly elected and the corruption and the narco trade flurish under his command.
I will stop at this time for I beleive I have said my piece and wish erveyone well.
Written by: Atabey, 28 Jul 2010 4:19 PM
From: United States
JimHarrington,
The problem is that your posts are not balanced; to be totally fair, I can only speak from 8 months worth of being on this site, perhaps I caught you in a different darker phase. But your postings have this never ending DR is corrupt and this is bad, bad and more bad. Let's see some positive thoughts every now and then.
Cpilot in Puerto Rico,
DR has many problems, Dominicans in general acknowledge these problems and are in constant discussion about the extensive nature of these issues that plague the republic. Puerto Rico also has many problems stemming from drugs and corruption. The social decay that has happened during the last 10 years in PR is substantial, to say the least. But if I or any other Dominican went on a PR web-site to trash PR on a daily basis for her problems, what do you think the majority Puerto Rican base audience would have to say? "Go fix your XXXXXXX own nations problems," would probably win the day.
Written by: Atabey, 28 Jul 2010 4:56 PM
From: United States
"I originaly had hopes that Leonel would do something of good even though he was originally elected with Balaguers help I thought there is hope but instead I found that Leonel is trying to save the world rather than his country for which he was orriganly elected and the corruption and the narco trade flurish under his command."
Jim,
Now a conversation can begin. Yes, there are many people upset by Leonel's actions while in government. But remember, Leonel has to work within the constraints and limits of the time. He has, in my opinion, managed his time in office far better than the Hippo Man, Balaguer, Blanco, and Guzman. But that does not mean he is beyond criticism, all governments need to be kept on their feet. And a healthy and strong civic society and free press are quintessential in helping keep government officials and others in society in check.
Written by: Atabey, 28 Jul 2010 4:57 PM
From: United States
The DR as you must be aware of by now, has had a tormented and difficult historical upbringing. Its consolidation as a nation occurred under the ruthless and megalomaniac government of Rafael Trujillo, and Balaguer who followed was but an intellectually superior psychopath. Had this last leader taken the US offer of 1966 to integrate the DR into the Export Led Industrialization model that transformed Puerto Rico and other nations into modern societies, DR's current underdevelopment would have been largely solved. But he didn't and we are poorer for his short-sightedness. Leonel's attempt to force DR into modernity has not been smooth, and yes there are many corruption issues. But what he's doing IS bringing DR more exposure, more funding sources from Europe and the US, Japan and other nations. It's painful sometimes, but he's doing a far better job than the previous Presidents.
Written by: Atabey, 28 Jul 2010 5:04 PM
From: United States
Remember DR was a nation that did not run on modern accounting principles until he came into office! Balaguer use to run the government with his little "black book" in hand. That caudillista style is hopefully a thing of the pass in DR. The numerous corrupt groups and others that have for decades lived and nurtured their corrupting practices is a complex and difficult proposition for any government to attempt to control and neutralize. He needs to be more committed to this fight. The recent arrests might--MIGHT-begin this sort after change in LF government. I surely hope it happens. Again, his trip to Haiti IS an important trip because Haiti represents one of the most important issues of geo-political and the National Interests of the DR State and Nation. Simply put, without Haiti's betterment, DR is in a losing position. The island cannot be physically separated and the common problems between the two nations have to be addressed.
Written by: Atabey, 28 Jul 2010 5:05 PM
From: United States
The time has come to deal with Haitian and Dominican concerns, and LF is a better leader than the Hippo man would have been in negotiating the Dominican Republic Haitian Republic Accords of 2010. If, and I think the International funding, will be predicated on some mutual understanding by both nations, LF will be seen by later generations to have been a transformative leader for the betterment of the Dominican Republic.
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
Dominican Republic tourism officials have worked the world to attract tourists, and are seeing results. But not from American private pilots. For years they have appeared at press conferences at aviation trade shows and air shows, but find few journalists waiting to hear their message. You’d think they might get discouraged. But not this year at Oshkosh. They simply multiplied their numbers and reinforced their message. They are not going away. It’s 650 nm from Florida to the Dominican Republic, and you can island hop all the way. It can be done in six to eight hours by the average small piston-engine aircraft. It is obvious that our failure to go will only increase their efforts. You might as well go. After all, the Dominican Republic has it all. I just heard that at their press conference. Twenty seven golf courses, beaches that stretch uninterrupted 40 miles..oops, sorry, I’ve become one of them
Written by: cpilot, 30 Jul 2010 12:53 PM
From: Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Hey Atabey, kid, get inform before you show how ignorant you are at least to me. By the way, check this link,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnsasfPgoo8 it will show you which is the city in Latin America with better quality of life for three years in a row, published by Mercer, nor a M.F. agency in beautiful Villa Duarte, jajaja Get Real, Look at you!
Las mejores ciudades de Latinoamérica para vivir según la encuesta de Mercer, lider en la industria!,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnsasfPgoo8Written by: cpilot, 30 Jul 2010 12:53 PM
From: Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
Atabey,
The only reason that I’m answering late is because I was working, flying. If had seeing your unfounded statement. I will take some time to illuminate your “precious” mind.
Can you show me where in my comments I wrote something not related to the subject in discussion? Let me refresh you the subject… Dominican Republic boosts effort to attract private airplane tourism… Obviously I have more experience and knowledge than you to talk about this matter. It is common for cowards show their weakness by avoiding a subject in hand with crap. I made emphasis in the 1 year, 4 months and 3 days old decree. Of coarse they (the government) drop their fees to private aircraft. What you and others don’t know is that most airport operators like Aerodom increase their private fees which at the end we are paying the same if not more. Like other areas in the Dominican Republic we are paying the same outrageous price tag.
From: Dominican Republic, Barbacoa Samana in the Hills
They were all drinking Brugal at OSHKOSH,????.....What about Punta Cana and La Romana airports ???
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Avoid the DR with private aircraft.The AOPA was misquoted.
From: United States
BS the whole article. You will still get a shake down for money and guns will contiune to be drawn if you don't pay up.
Avoid the DR with private aircraft.The AOPA was misquoted."
How do you know?
Don't forget your wallet when you fly your private plane in DR
I am a private pilot and I have been burned by the Dominican government dogs they have at the airports in the DR.
Avoid the DR by all costs.
your are right on the mark.
STILL.....Thats a nice group formation picture ....a F-86 Saber, P-38 Lightning, Warhog A-10 attack, P-51D Mustang nice real nice, got to luv it.
Why is the DR 50 years behind the times is the most essential elements that will take it out of the dark ages and into the 21 century. It drives me crazy to see that the DR acts like such a sophisticated modern country when in reality it is still living in the dark ages.
Hey DR, -put a hemet on and get in the game will you! You should be a leader in the Caribbean instead of the retarded little brother!
You ar living in a fantasy world. These military shakedown bastards are everywhere.
I challenge their sources: "diariolibre.com and listin.com.do" to seek the truth before publishing unfounded information like this. It only drive us angry. We are affected by such abusing fees and on top of all this they openly lie to the international aviation community.
To organize the fairs the business leaders Frank Rainieri, president of the Group Puntacana, and Felix Garcia, of Cibao International Airport, net with Airports Department director Arístides Fernandez Zucco, who said the effort seeks to increase flights towards Dominican Republic by 10%, for which he affirms the country counts on the best airport infrastructure to develop that type of tourism.
He said the Tourism Ministry and the Civil Aviation Institute also contribute and coordinate with the private sector in the project.
For Rainieri the effort by the authorities helps mesh private and commercial aviation. “Now that we are al working together, public and private sector, we’re all aware of the importance this signifies, we’re going to grow with firm steps.”
continued
Garcia said despite not having the attractions of our country, other islands lure aviation tourists by the thousands. “I believe it’s a concerted effort, we need to work hand in hand to attract to the Dominican Republic those tourists who arrive by the thousands in other islands which don’t have our conditions.
Let these super rich become friends of the DR by their visits..... they bring money and jobs and influence ....Just look at Casa de Campo and how many projects started from people who fell in love with the country when they came to visit
This Story appeared less than a month ago things dont change over night ...............
A lie (also called prevarication, falsehood) is a known untruth expressed as truth. A lie is a type of deception in the form of an untruthful statement, especially with the intention to deceive others.
Proof me wrong!
You cannot imagine how much this means to transiting pilots ....not to worry
PLENTY TO WORRY ABOUT IN THE DR...
THIS WHOLE THING IS ONE FURST.
LET ME TELL U ONE STORY.
IN THE GREEK MYTH, ICARUS IS GIVEN WINGS IN THE FORM OF FEATHERS AFFIXED BY WAX TO A WOODEN FRAME. HE ALSO IS GIVEN A WARNING: DO NOT FLY TOO HIGH LEST THE SUN MELT THE WAX.. IN THE ECSTASY OF SOARING, HE FORGOT AND FELL TO HIS DEATH.
nothing to prove in the dr..
the proof is in the pudding....
in this case the fraud is in most hearts and souls in the dr... this is a way of life.
matters not if your in a plane, boat car, or on one bike always someone to try and deceive u in the dr.
and this is from one dominican
wave a other flag these days....
la- la land needs to be taught on how to fly the right way..
just like in the greek myth.
But that is maybe because I want the best for the DR .
better to skip this island, in fact might be better if u land in hell u have a better chance.
That is "maybe because you want the best for the DR" ??? We are not talking about an Ancient Greek Mythology... this is not a romantic feeling against or in favor of the Dominican Republic, this is pure reality... don't take it personal, I really want DR to be a better place...
It is better you grow and get your head out of your ass and look at what is going on in the DR.
If i didn't love the DR I would not come back.
What you have is a cultural gap that looks at how much anyone can rip off from an estranegero.
Politicians in the DR are out for only one thing to see how muc h money they can rip off from anyone.
Look at aduana's post of today, an absentee president Leonel galvanting all over the world rather than worrying on his countries problems.
I write for a lot of newspapers and i print the truth. You don't like so you call it Dominican Repbulic bashing, I call it telling the truth.
you are showing the little bit of knowledge you have by your remarks.
It seems that yoy want people in a 172 to pay and lear dosen't have to.
You are a stupid individual that has no breeding, you are probably a PLD stooge that has only one thought to rip off anyone you can.
May god have mercy on you for your lack of humanity.
DR Has it All for pilots with magnificent culture, geography and world-class accommodations
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC, July 27 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dominican Republic (DR) Ministry of Tourism is bringing a taste of the most fascinating and bio-diverse island nation to U.S. pilots with the DR for Pilots exhibit at the 2010 Experimental Aviation Association (EAA) event in Oshkosh, Wis., held July 26 – August 1. The second largest country in the Caribbean, top DR aviation and tourism leaders will attend this annual gathering of more than 500,000 aviation buffs in the U.S. to greet pilots, give away DR trips and provide information on its fee-free airports, rich culture and unparalleled scenery.
"With 14 modern and welcoming airports throughout the country's distinct geographic regions, the Dominican Government aims to increase private flights to the DR. Pilots will discover stunning views of coastlines, beaches, mountains, waterfalls and valleys with charming rural towns and modern cities," s
"The DR for Pilots exhibit at EAA is the result of a unified effort among DR Ministry of Tourism, Dominican Airport Department, Dominican Institute of Civil Aviation, Aeroclubs and private sector leaders to ensure that private pilots learn how easy it is to explore our magnificent paradise," she added.
"Eco-friendly policies keep the DR vibrant and green, so flying within the country offers breathtaking views of nature expressed in extreme and different forms. Pilots can cruise around the Central Mountain Range and land at Constanza, the highest airport above sea level where they will see Duarte Peak, the tallest point in the Caribbean. But they can also explore arid deserts and Lake Enriquillo in the southwest, which marks the lowest point in the Caribbean. With nearly 1,000 miles of coastline, pilots can make landings at short sea-side airstrips along
The Dominican Republic's first tourist was Christopher Columbus in 1492. Rich in history, the DR has developed into a diverse destination offering both Dominican and European flavors to more than one million U.S. visitors each year. Named #1 Golf Destination in Caribbean & Latin America by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators, the DR boasts 25 designer golf courses, upscale resorts, pristine nature, and sophisticated ci
The Dominican Republic's first tourist was Christopher Columbus in 1492. Rich in history, the DR has developed into a diverse destination offering both Dominican and European flavors to more than one million U.S. visitors each year. Named #1 Golf Destination in Caribbean & Latin America by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators, the
I see so many good things that are Dominican heritage and then I see blind chavinism like blutarsky shows and know the system cannot be repaired.
I originaly had hopes that Leonel would do something of good even though he was originally elected with Balaguers help I thought there is hope but instead I found that Leonel is trying to save the world rather than his country for which he was orriganly elected and the corruption and the narco trade flurish under his command.
I will stop at this time for I beleive I have said my piece and wish erveyone well.
The problem is that your posts are not balanced; to be totally fair, I can only speak from 8 months worth of being on this site, perhaps I caught you in a different darker phase. But your postings have this never ending DR is corrupt and this is bad, bad and more bad. Let's see some positive thoughts every now and then.
Cpilot in Puerto Rico,
DR has many problems, Dominicans in general acknowledge these problems and are in constant discussion about the extensive nature of these issues that plague the republic. Puerto Rico also has many problems stemming from drugs and corruption. The social decay that has happened during the last 10 years in PR is substantial, to say the least. But if I or any other Dominican went on a PR web-site to trash PR on a daily basis for her problems, what do you think the majority Puerto Rican base audience would have to say? "Go fix your XXXXXXX own nations problems," would probably win the day.
Jim,
Now a conversation can begin. Yes, there are many people upset by Leonel's actions while in government. But remember, Leonel has to work within the constraints and limits of the time. He has, in my opinion, managed his time in office far better than the Hippo Man, Balaguer, Blanco, and Guzman. But that does not mean he is beyond criticism, all governments need to be kept on their feet. And a healthy and strong civic society and free press are quintessential in helping keep government officials and others in society in check.
Las mejores ciudades de Latinoamérica para vivir según la encuesta de Mercer, lider en la industria!,
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The only reason that I’m answering late is because I was working, flying. If had seeing your unfounded statement. I will take some time to illuminate your “precious” mind.
Can you show me where in my comments I wrote something not related to the subject in discussion? Let me refresh you the subject… Dominican Republic boosts effort to attract private airplane tourism… Obviously I have more experience and knowledge than you to talk about this matter. It is common for cowards show their weakness by avoiding a subject in hand with crap. I made emphasis in the 1 year, 4 months and 3 days old decree. Of coarse they (the government) drop their fees to private aircraft. What you and others don’t know is that most airport operators like Aerodom increase their private fees which at the end we are paying the same if not more. Like other areas in the Dominican Republic we are paying the same outrageous price tag.