Transportation: Aviation: Regulatory | USA

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.

Hogan Lovells has a highly acclaimed regulatory practice working with an impressive client roster comprised of airlines, airports and aviation industry manufacturers, as well as private equity firms and financial institutions. The firm has an excellent capability in acting for clients in compliance and legislation matters before government agencies. The team are frequently engaged in the technological aspects of aviation and offers an excellent unmanned aircraft system (UAS) or drone practice, particularly on behalf of entertainment and media industry clients. It also represents clients seeking regulatory approval for joint ventures in the sector.

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman maintains a distinguished practice with substantial expertise in all aviation regulatory matters, including service negotiations, rulemaking and certification. It is noted for the representation of international airlines, including those in the Asia-Pacific and Latin American markets. The firm also handles regulatory proceedings before the TSA, DOT and DOJ. It offers additional expertise in aviation-related antitrust immunity matters, aircraft safety and management regulations and aviation-related environmental regulatory issues.

Baker McKenzie acts for airlines, airports and aerospace manufacturers in a range of aviation regulatory issues including NTSB investigations, conflict zone flight safety and airport access matters. It is particularly recognized for its expertise in advising clients on FAA approvals and on UAS matters. The firm often handles regulatory issues pertaining to airport infrastructure developments.

Holland & Knight has an excellent aviation practice servicing a global clientele of high-profile airlines and other industry entities, including manufacturers and cargo carriers. It is well known for the quality of representation in matters such as alliances, competition, licensing and enforcement defense. The firm offers regulatory expertise across a range of areas including US Open Skies policies and UAS matters. It is capable of handling queries concerning complex and evolving sanctions policies.

Jenner & Block offers capabilities across the gamut of regulatory issues in the aviation industry, including administrative, enforcement and licensing matters. It is well known for representing the interests of leading airlines, manufacturers, trade associations and UAS operators. The firm is highlighted for its expertise in business aviation matters as they relate to government agency compliance. The team is capable of handling high-stakes litigation and complex arbitration proceedings. It also has a niche practice in advising sports teams on FAA regulatory compliance related to stadium construction.

Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott offers a respected practice noted for representing both domestic and foreign airlines, as well as freight forwarders, security companies and travel agents. It often handles matters involving codeshare agreements, antitrust immunity and passenger rights as well as other regulatory proceedings before US government bodies. The firm is routinely consulted by foreign carriers for assistance with US regulatory requirements.