Commuter and on-demand operators under 14 CFR Part 135 operate in a highly regulated environment requiring specialized legal support. Not every air charter operator can afford in-house counsel to help navigate through this complex landscape. Aviation Aerospace Law, PLLC can help. We have extensive experience working with operating and maintenance regulations, are very familiar with FAA’s Flight Standards divisions, and care about your safety and the safety of your operations. We have several types of legal services to assist your business. .
Advice on compliance with FAA regulations specific to Part 135, including operations specifications (OpSpecs), pilot qualifications, duty/rest limits, and DOT economic authority
Assistance with obtaining and maintaining part 135 certification, including preparation of manuals, training programs, and compliance checklists.
Advice on compliance with new part 5 Safety Management System (SMS) requirements for certificate holders.
Help establish low-cost systems to meet FAA recordkeeping obligations under § 135.439 and § 135.443 and part 5.
Advise operators on differences between Part 91 and Part 135 maintenance standards, especially when the operator conducts both types of operations.
Ensure that maintenance programs meet FAA minimum requirements and advise on requirements for Continuous Aircraft Maintenance Programs (CAMPs) and FAA-approved inspection programs (AAIPs)
Review draft General Maintenance Manuals (GMMs), Inspection Programs, and Maintenance Control Manuals for regulatory compliance and ensure manuals align with current FAA guidance and are properly incorporated into OpSpecs.
Ensure compliance with FAA standards for major repairs or alterations, STC approvals, and conformity inspections—especially when working with international maintenance providers or aftermarket mods.
We provide legal counsel to minimize liability exposure in the event of an incident or accident.
* Attorney licensed in DC and MD. Legal advice outside of those jurisdictions is limited to compliance with Federal law.
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