Aviation Law: Current UK Legislation, Case Law & Policy

Introduction

This modular webinar series offers an in-depth introduction and practical update on key aspects of UK aviation law. Designed for litigators and legal professionals in private practice, it provides essential guidance on the evolving case law that shapes the field, even in the absence of major legislative reform.

Viewers will gain practical insights, answers to common problem areas, and a clearer understanding of how to approach complex aviation disputes - helping them stay compliant, reduce risk, and provide informed advice to clients.

What You Will Learn

This webinar series will cover the following:

Module 1 - General Introduction: Sources of Law, Regulation & Policy

This module will provide an introduction to where laws, regulation and policies originate from that govern aviation in the UK.

Module 2 - Passenger Disputes (1) - Delays, Cancellations & Denied Boarding

This module will provide an overview of Regulation 261/2004, as it has been retained in UK law, and recent case law concerning common types of claims brought under it.

Module 3 - Passenger Disputes (2) - Personal Injury, Death, Delay & Baggage Claims

This module will provide an outline of the Montreal Convention and recent case law concerning common types of claims brought by passengers against airlines.

Module 4 - Airport Regulation & the Detention & Recovery of Aircraft

This module will provide a synopsis of what regulation governs airport operations and the law around the detention and recovery of aircraft.

Module 5 - Manufacturing, Maintenance & Outfitting

This module will provide a summary of liability issues concerning the manufacturing, maintenance and outfitting of aircraft in the UK.

Module 6 - Leasing, Financing & Sales

This module will provide an outline of common issues found in disputes concerning the leasing, financing and sales of aircraft.

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Thursday 26th February 2026

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