Regardless of their type, private aircraft under 12,500 kilograms (27,000 pounds) which enter Mexico are subject to the same duty process as automobiles.

These aircrafts may not carry more than 14 passengers, whose transportation must be free.

Pilots must file a flight plan with the international airport nearest the point of entry. When flying over the this airport, the pilot must notify the control tower of the plane's position and estimated time of arrival at the final destination (E.T.A.)

Immigration, Health and Customs Authorities require the pilot to prepare a form furnished by the authorities. The original must be kept aboard the aircraft to be shown at airports and left at the airport of final departure.

If the owner of the aircraft is not aboard, the pilot must show customs officials a notarized statement that the aircraft was loaned at no cost. If the aircraft is company-owned, the statement must be on the company's letter head statement. Aircraft rented without polits can enter the country only if they are single engine and if the rental agreement is notarized.

Twin engine planes or models different from those afforementioned, require special permits. Information can be obtained at the civil aeronautics division, department of international air traffic, Tijuana, Baja California.