Aviation Law & Risk Management for Airline Professionals

Course Description

This comprehensive 5-day course provides an in-depth exploration of aviation liability, airline management regulations, and aviation law. Designed for industry professionals and executives, the course covers key legal principles, regulatory frameworks, and risk management strategies specific to the aviation sector. Participants will gain practical knowledge to navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges in airline operations.

Learning Objectives

• Understand fundamental aviation law principles and their application in airline management
• Analyze liability issues and risk management strategies in aviation operations
• Interpret and apply key airline regulations and compliance requirements
• Develop strategies for effective aviation safety management and accident prevention
• Evaluate legal aspects of airline business practices and contracts

Course Modules

Day 1: Introduction to Aviation Law and Liability

• Overview of aviation law and regulatory frameworks
• Principles of civil liability in aviation
• International conventions and treaties
• Case studies in aviation liability

Day 2: Airline Management Regulations

• Regulatory bodies and their roles (FAA, EASA, ICAO)
• Air carrier certification and operational requirements
• Compliance management systems
• Environmental regulations in aviation

Day 3: Risk Management in Aviation

• Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• Accident investigation and prevention
• Insurance and liability coverage
• Crisis management and emergency response planning

Day 4: Legal Aspects of Airline Operations

• Passenger rights and consumer protection
• Air traffic control regulations
• Labor law in aviation
• Aircraft transactions and financing

Day 5: Emerging Issues and Future Trends

• Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) regulations
• Cybersecurity and data protection in aviation
• Sustainable aviation and environmental compliance
• International air transport agreements and open skies

Practical Wins for Participants

• Develop strategies to mitigate legal risks in airline operations
• Create a compliance checklist for key aviation regulations
• Design an effective aviation safety management program
• Draft and review aviation contracts with enhanced legal awareness