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Cozen O’Connor has one of the most formidable transportation groups of any major U.S. law firm with decades of experience in maritime, aviation, logistics, intermodal, and ground transport.

Cozen O’Connor’s Aviation Regulatory attorneys represent major U.S. and non-U.S. passenger and cargo airlines; airline trade associations; public charter operators; aircraft, engine and equipment manufacturers; aircraft lessors; corporate flight departments, air travel distribution companies; advanced air mobility/air taxi and uncrewed aircraft system (drone) manufacturers and operators; air/ground express delivery companies, and logistics specialists. We also advise and represent Fortune 500 companies, banks, private individuals, private equity funds, and other investors with aviation-related operations or transactions.

Our regulatory work encompasses all applicable regulatory and legal requirements, including those administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). We also regularly advise aviation clients on antitrust matters, including those before the Antitrust Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. 

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What the Team is Known For

Cozen O'Connor houses a skilled regulatory group, servicing an impressive roster of aerospace manufacturers and trade associations, as well as commercial and cargo carriers. It regularly practices before the FAA, DOT and other government agencies in all matters related to compliance, licensing and rulemaking. The team is experienced in counseling a diverse range of industry stakeholders, including a number of private equity companies investing in the aviation industry. The firm's further expertise lies in advising on the regulatory elements of airline joint ventures, alliances and M&A activity, as well as in the formation of new airlines.

Work Highlights

  • Cozen O'Connor advised DHL Group on the sale of its 49% ownership interest in Polar Air Cargo, a US all-cargo air carrier, to Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, the parent company of Atlas Air.

Strengths

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Cozen O'Connor has expertise in the aviation regulatory space, responsiveness, and creativity of legal positions/arguments.

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The law firm is highly reliable on DOT, FAA and TSA regulatory matters, offering clear, practical guidance on everything from codeshares and designations to complex compliance issues.

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Aviation is a niche industry and requires insider knowledge to both understand the regulations, the people, and how the industry works. Cozen has that knowledge.

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Notable Practitioners

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David Heffernan
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David Heffernan
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David Heffernan is highly respected in the field, and has considerable experience advising a myriad of aviation clients. He regularly handles proceedings before the FAA and DOT.

David is pragmatic, with great depth and knowledge of the sector.

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Jonathon H Foglia
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Jonathon H Foglia
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Jonathon Foglia is particularly well-versed in issues including licensing, registration and advertising standards. He represents airlines and trade associations, among other industry participants.

Jonathan is professional with a comprehensive business vision, combining experience and legal regulatory knowledge with a commercial vision.

Jonathan is a great lawyer and advocate.

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Patrick Rizzi
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Patrick Rizzi
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Patrick Rizzi is an experienced regulatory lawyer who acts for an impressive range of clients, including commercial airlines and UAS industry players.

Pat has been instrumental in handling complex legal arguments and interpretations. His sensitivity to all persons is a true asset. He listens, provides proper feedback and can communicate complex issues in easy-to-understand terms.

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Rachel Welford
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Rachel Welford
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Rachel Welford advises a broad client base, including airlines, corporations and non-US carriers, on a range of regulatory and compliance matters. She has experience handling CARES Act work and obtaining authorizations from the DOT.

Rachel has a deep knowledge, is very practical from business perspective, responsive and available.

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David Heffernan
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David Heffernan
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Jonathon H Foglia
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Jonathon H Foglia
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Patrick Rizzi
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Patrick Rizzi
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Rachel Welford
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Rachel Welford
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