Defending Civil Aviation Authority Prosecutions

The Department of Transport has tasked the Civil Aviation Authority with taking measures to ensure the safety of people by prosecuting breaches of aviation safety rules as well as some health and safety rules and aviation consumer protection.

More recently, this has been expanded to include prosecution of drone operators that have used unmanned flying vehicles illegally or unlawfully, and with a rise in the number of these types of devices, including within the commercial sectors, it is probable that there will be even more instances where the CAA attempts to gain prosecution.

One of the reasons for these prosecutions is to try and deter others from taking similar actions, but regardless of the reasons, the CAA has historically prosecuted businesses as well as individuals including commercial and private pilots. A solicitor that specialises in this area of law can help you to prepare written representation, they can advise you on the best course of action, and they can also represent you in court to give you the best possible defence.

Since the 9/11 attack in the US, aviation security has been tightened considerably, and a greater number of prosecutions are brought against any individual or company that does not abide by the appropriate protocol. What’s more, the disappearance of commercial flights, as well as other high profile cases and instances, have further led to stricter regulations and greater enforcement of existing laws.

Whether you are a pilot facing investigation, or you own an aviation company that is being pursued by the CAA, you need to ensure that you have good quality legal representation to help your case. Aviation law is a specialist area, and choosing solicitors that not only specialise in regulatory law but in aviation regulation means that you will receive accurate, adequate, and appropriate information.

Reputation is important to aviation businesses, as well as to pilots and other individual professionals. An experienced solicitor will not only be able to help prepare the best defence, but they can help protect your reputation, give you the best possible advice, and represent you during regulatory hearings and cases.

What To Do Now

As market leading solicitors for business and regulatory matters, Ashcott Solicitors are easy to contact and straight forward to deal with.

You will find us easy to talk to and we provide effective advice that will help you and your business navigate the ever changing regulatory maze. If you or your business is facing regulatory or professional infringements then we can help you secure the best possible result from your case.

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Ashcott Business Solicitors have offices in London and Manchester from where we can provide a nationwide service that is second to none. You can contact the London office direct on 0203 053 8625 and the Manchester office by calling 0161 234 0020. If you prefer you can send a confidential email email by clicking here.

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