An aviation attorney is a lawyer who specializes in aviation law and represents clients who have been injured in aviation accidents. Aviation law is a complex and specialized area of law that covers a wide range of legal issues, including aircraft design and manufacturing, airline regulation, airport operation, and aviation safety.
Aviation attorneys represent clients in both litigation and transactional matters. In litigation, they may handle cases involving personal injury or wrongful death resulting from an accident, as well as cases involving property damage or cargo loss. In transactional matters, they may assist clients with aircraft purchase and financing agreements, airport lease agreements, regulatory compliance issues, and FAA licensing matters.
Aviation attorneys must have a thorough understanding of not only the law but also the science of aviation. They must be able to communicate effectively with airlines, airports, airplane manufacturers, the FAA, and other government agencies. An aviation attorney must also understand the area of law enough to explain it to a judge and jury in a way that is easily comprehensible. If the claim can't be understood, it won't be successful. They must also be able to navigate the complex web of federal regulations that govern the aviation industry.