Navigating FAA, DOT, and international civil aviation authority requirements across operations, safety programs, and route certifications.
Supporting the negotiation and documentation of aircraft purchase agreements, operating leases, and sale-leaseback transactions.
Advising on collective bargaining agreements with pilot, cabin crew, and ground staff unions under the Railway Labor Act framework.
Drafting and managing commercial arrangements between carriers for shared flights, ticketing, and frequent flyer reciprocity.
Handling denied boarding, delay compensation, and baggage liability disputes under applicable domestic and international regimes.
Managing regulatory filings and negotiations for takeoff/landing slot rights and international route authority approvals.