Aviation Law
Why aviation experts are necessary
Aviation Law is the branch of law that covers aspects of air transportation, including passenger air travel, air freight shipping, airspace rights of way, and aircraft operation and maintenance. This area of law practice involves interplay of international law, federal statutes and regulations, aviation lawyers, and state and federal tort law.
The laws that apply to aviation injuries are different from all other personal injury laws. In the event of an airline crash or other aviation disaster, Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety Board regulations take precedence over state aviation law.
Getting your case off the ground
Most aviation accidents are entirely preventable. But to prove aviation negligence or aircraft defect, a probable cause theory must be developed based on past accidents, mechanical knowledge, and actual aircraft piloting experience. The attorneys at Fix Spindelman possess the specialized knowledge of the aviation industry and understanding of aircraft mechanics and design to successfully litigate a complex aviation case.
Our attorneys are well-acquainted with all of the regulations that surround the aviation industry. These include those set forth by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) and NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board). A full understanding of the procedures, policies, and other government regulations controlling the aviation industry is critical to achieving a desirable verdict for your case.
The business of aviation
Our aviation attorneys have represented numerous purchasers and sellers of airplanes. The purchase or sale of any aircraft requires experience unique to aviation law. Our attorneys work closely with the client and their accountant to ensure that the sale or purchase is completed in the most tax-efficient matter. We have substantial experience in all matters relating to FAA registration and title issues. Fix Spindelman attorneys have represented large financial institutions financing aircraft purchases as lender’s counsel.
In addition, our aviation business attorneys have successfully defended our clients before the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance in sales tax audit matters. We have represented aircraft owners entering into hangar leases, transportation services agreements, aircraft leases and a myriad of other transactions involving both aircraft and pilot services.
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To resolve your legal matters, contact the attorneys at Fix Spindelman Brovitz & Goldman today.
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