Aviation & Government

The aviation sector is increasingly faced with complex administrative law regulations. From enforcement by regulatory authorities to environmental restrictions and capacity decisions: administrative law issues have a direct impact on the operations and continuity of airlines, airports and other parties operating within the sector.

The team of aviation lawyers at LVH Advocaten possesses broad expertise at the intersection of aviation law and administrative law. We advise airlines and other parties in the aviation sector and provide assistance in legal proceedings, enforcement processes and strategic decision-making.

Supervision and enforcement

We assist airlines with:

• Investigations and enforcement measures by the Inspectorate for the Environment and Transport (ILT)
• Orders subject to a penalty payment and administrative coercion
• Withdrawal or suspension of licences
• Enforcement relating to slots and operational restrictions

Licences and certification

LVH advises on:

• Applications for, amendments to and retention of Air Operator Certificates (AOCs), certificates of competence, licences and certificates
• Airport decisions and operating licences
• Certification requirements (EASA and national regulations)

Slot allocation and capacity

We assist clients in disputes concerning:

• Allocation and loss of slots
• Scarcity and historical slot rights
• Capacity restrictions and prioritisation decisions
• Proceedings against slot coordinators and public authorities

Nature and Environmental Law

Environmental pressure on the aviation sector is increasing. We advise and litigate on:

• Noise standards and enforcement systems
• Capacity reduction measures
• Proportionality and lawfulness of government measures

Safety and public order

• We provide support in relation to decisions concerning:
• Airspace closures and operational restrictions
• Safety measures and compliance requirements
• Crisis measures with a direct impact on flight operations

Procedures and legal protection

We conduct litigation at all stages of administrative law proceedings:

• Objection and appeal procedures
• Interim relief in cases of urgent interest
• Issues relating to standing and relativity
• Strategic use of administrative law alongside civil proceedings

The lawyers at LVH Advocaten listed below specialise in aviation law and will be happy to assist you.