Aviation Law is a recognized legal specialty by the State Bar of Texas. Aviation Law is the practice of law dealing with issues affecting aircraft and airport operations, aircraft ownership and maintenance, aircraft navigation, air traffic control, safety, pilot licensing and aircraft certification requirements, spacecraft, and outer space.
Lawyers in this area represent parties in transactions governed by or affected by aviation law, provide legal counsel with respect to various tax or regulatory matters, serve as legal counsel in civil aviation authority regulatory enforcement matters or other regulatory actions, provide legal counsel with respect to aviation-related insurance claims and coverage, and litigate aviation law disputes.
Access the following resources on the Texas Board of Legal Specialization page for Aviation Law.
- Application for Board Certification.
- Exam Specifications
- Standards for Certification in Aviation Law
- Qualifications for Aviation Law attorneys
The application cycle for each year ends in April and the state bar requires recertification every fifth year.