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Because of constant maintenance and inspection, an airliner crash is seldom caused by defective or worn-out parts on the airplane. Airliner crashes are usually caused by an outside influence or by pilot or staff error. Outside influences include terrorism or weaponry smuggled aboard for the commission of a crime, including hijacking. Pilot errors include improper de-icing, or landing or taking…

Helicopters, like airplanes, must follow FAA regulations. If you or a loved one was involved in a helicopter accident, look for an aviation attorney who has handled helicopter cases. Because helicopters are not fixed wing vehicles (they are rotary wing vehicles), there are many unique factors to consider. Because helicopters depend on the thickness of the air for lift, they…

Aviation accidents can happen on the ground or in the air. Aviation accident lawyers are well versed in the FAA rules governing aviation. The lawyers also have a team of experts they can call on to testify in a trial if needed. Experts may include accident recreation experts and medical experts. Aviation accident lawyers represent customers, employees and airlines. In…

Aviation is serious business, and commercial pilots are required to meet a rigorous set of standards. A pilot must be at least 18 year old and must have at least 250 hours of flight experience. Flying in low visibility requires additional training and flight time. A pilot must be FAA rated to fly by instruments and must have 40 hours…

A plane crash attorney has experience with the laws and FAA regulations that govern flight. Whether you are injured in a crash while flying or injured on the ground by a plane that crashed, our experienced plane crash attorneys will help you obtain compensation to which you are entitled. Statistics claim that it is four times safer to fly in…

An airplane accident lawyer has experience in representing those who have been injured in or suffered a wrongful death as a result of an airplane accident. There are aviation laws that airlines, pilots and airline staff must abide by. If you were hurt or a loved one suffered a wrongful death because of negligent actions of an airline, pilot or…

An aviation accident lawyer is a lawyer who is experienced in both commercial and private aviation accidents. What defines a commercial aviation accident? Generally, it involves a commercial plane—a plane available to the general public. A private plane is just the opposite, it is not available to the public. Commercial accidents often involve large commercial airline companies with a fleet…