Aviation is a multifaceted industry governed mainly by Commonwealth laws and regulations. These laws and regulations include domestic law and international conventions that have been incorporated into our domestic law. The wide scope of these laws extends to areas such as:

• ownership of Australian airspace;
• international laws and regulations;
• safety regulations;
• air navigation facilities and services;
• carrying out investigations of aircraft accidents;
• aircraft regulation and certification;
• maintenance systems;
• pilots and cabin crew;
• banned activities on aircraft; and
• offences against civil aviation.

This Legal Guide on Aviation Law provides assistance to those involved in the many aspects of aviation regulation and licensing. This includes regulators, service providers and insurers. Before making important decisions it is advisable to obtain legal advice specific to your situation. LegalEagle’s™ free directory profiles all lawyers in Australia. You can use it to Find a Lawyer near you.

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