Press Release

Issued by Universal Weather and Aviation.

May 12, 2012

Universal Aviation, the ground support division of Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc., has officially opened a fourth office in Italy at Venice's Marco Polo Airport (LIPZ). Universal Aviation Italy also has offices in Rome at Rome Ciampino Airport (LIRA), and at Milan at Milano Malpensa Airport (LIMC) and Milan Linate (LIML).

Universal Aviation has more than 40 locations in 20 countries, and is known for adherence to standards for consistent, professional, personalized services, and regional expertise. Multilingual staff members provide solutions including UVair® fuel, credit for approved customers, trip planning, and more through Universal®.

"We are delighted to welcome Universal Aviation to Venice. Universal Aviation is recognized globally for the quality of its ground support services, and we are excited to be working with them to develop business-aviation services and traffic at Venice Airport," said Mr. Enrico Marchi, Chairman, Save - Venice Airport Management Company.

Universal Aviation Venice, which is available 24/7 365, can provide and arrange the following services:

- Full VIP meet-and greet service

- Customs and immigration coordination and assistance

- Diplomatic and VIP passenger coordination

- UV air contract fuel

- Arrangement of all concierge and tourist services

- VIP catering

- Dedicated passenger lounge

- Passenger and crew transportation as requested

- Taxi boats services

- Flight following and other communications

- Standard weather briefing and NOTAMs

- Ground handling services

- Internet Access

"Even in the current economic climate, our three Universal Aviation locations in Italy have experienced increased movements year-over-year," said Jonathan Howells, Vice President, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. "Based on growth patterns and client demand, Venice was a logical choice for expansion of our global Universal Aviation footprint."

"We are very excited to now be able to offer our clients the high level of service and personal touch they already receive at our locations in Rome and Milan," said Lorena Carraro, Managing Director, Universal Aviation Italy. "In addition to ground support services adhering to Universal Aviation standards around the globe, we will also now offer our clients complete concierge services for Venice, including arrangement and recommendations for both passengers and crew on restaurants, transportation, and water taxis for this very popular destination."