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Aviation Law

Comprehensive Legal Advisory for Aviation Industry

We provide end-to-end legal solutions for the aviation and aerospace sector, catering to a diverse clientele that includes commercial airlines, private operators, aircraft and equipment manufacturers, lessors, airport developers, government agencies, charter companies, aviation service providers, maintenance organizations, insurers, and lenders. Our extensive experience covers transactional, corporate advisory, financing, regulatory, arbitration, and litigation matters.

Strategic Legal Advisory for the Aviation Industry

With an in-depth understanding of aviation laws, regulatory frameworks, and global best practices, we provide tailored legal solutions that address the evolving challenges of the aviation sector. Our expertise spans commercial aviation, corporate aircraft transactions, infrastructure projects, and regulatory compliance. As trusted advisors, we guide clients through complex aviation regulatory matters, offering strategic insights that enhance operational efficiency and risk management.

Expert Legal Assistance Across Aviation Transactions

We assist clients in structuring and negotiating a broad spectrum of aviation agreements, ensuring compliance with domestic and international regulatory frameworks:

• Aircraft Transactions & Financing

  • Aircraft purchase agreements
  • Aircraft financing and refinancing, including wet and dry leases
  • Leasing agreements for propulsion systems, spares, and other assets
  • Sale of leasing portfolios and related financing arrangements
  • Debt restructuring and refinancing strategies
  • Security interests for lenders, including aircraft repossession and enforcement

• Operational & Maintenance Agreements

  • Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) agreements
  • Engine and airframe maintenance agreements
  • Ground handling contracts
  • Fleet procurement and operational contracts
  • Airline alliance and code-sharing agreements
  • Pilot employment and cockpit crew training contracts
  • Flight disruption agreements between carriers

• Regulatory & Compliance Matters

  • Aircraft registration and deregistration
  • Export of aircraft upon lease termination
  • Exchange control and customs support agreements
  • Aviation insurance, reinsurance, and multi-jurisdictional claims
  • Compliance with international conventions and aviation laws

• Litigation & Dispute Resolution

  • Enforcement of security interests in leased aircraft
  • Insolvency, liquidation, and third-party claims
  • Intellectual property rights and licensing issues in aviation
  • Disputes related to carrier liability, leasing terms, and operational matters