AVIATION

At Goodfellow & Schuettlaw, we provide experienced legal counsel in Aviation Law in Canada, serving airlines, charter operators, aircraft owners, lessors, lenders, and aviation service providers nationwide and internationally.

Aviation Law in Canada covers everything from air safety and regulatory compliance to aircraft purchase, sale, leasing, financing, and passenger rights. The field is governed by both international treaties such as the Chicago Convention, Montreal Convention, Cape Town Convention and Canada’s federal legal framework under the Aeronautics Act and the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).
 

Our Canadian aviation lawyers have extensive experience advising on:

Regulatory Compliance – Navigating Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) safety rules, Canadian Transportation Agency (CTA) licensing, operational approvals, and alignment with international aviation standards.

Aircraft Transactions – Managing the purchase and sale of aircraft, including title and lien searches under the International Registry (IR) and provincial PPSA systems, as well as tax, tariff, and import considerations.

Aircraft Leasing – Structuring and negotiating dry leases, wet leases, and ACMI agreements, including CTA approvals for foreign operations.

Financing & Security Interests – Advising on financing structures and securing priority under the Cape Town Convention, the International Registry (IR), and provincial Personal Property Security Acts (PPSAs).

Commercial Operations – Assisting with Air Operator Certificates (AOCs), charter operations, and cross-border compliance.

Dispute Resolution & Enforcement – Representing clients in regulatory disputes, enforcement actions, and contractual matters.

Passenger Rights & Liability – Guidance on Air Passenger Protection Regulations (APPR) claims, EC 261 liability, and accident claims.

Emerging Areas – Advising on drone regulations, sustainable aviation requirements, and new frontiers such as space tourism.

 

Whether you’re buying or leasing an aircraft, registering interests on the International Registry, seeking Canadian aviation legal advice for regulatory compliance, or entering the Canadian market, our Aviation Law team delivers the legal insight and industry knowledge to help your business succeed.