Airport Management Companies

Airport Operator Agreements & Airline Contracts

Airport management companies engage in contracts with airlines, service providers, and government entities, requiring legally sound agreements. We assist in:

• Airline Operating Agreements (AOA) – Structuring contracts defining airline rights, landing fees, and operational responsibilities.

• Airport Concessions & Vendor Contracts – Negotiating agreements with duty-free retailers, restaurants, and airport service providers.

• Liability & Service Level Agreements (SLAs) – Ensuring compliance with service delivery standards while minimizing legal exposure.

Regulatory Compliance & Aviation Licensing

Airports must comply with local, national, and international aviation regulations to maintain operational certification. We provide legal support in:

• Airport Certification & Licensing – Assisting in obtaining and maintaining licenses under CAAs, FAA, EASA, or ICAO standards.

• Environmental & Safety Compliance – Ensuring adherence to airport noise regulations, pollution control, and sustainability initiatives.

• Passenger Rights & Accessibility Compliance – Advising on compliance with anti-discrimination, accessibility, and consumer protection laws.

Airport Security, Ground Access & Risk Management

Security and operational risks at airports require clear legal frameworks and emergency response planning. We assist in:

• Security Screening & Access Control Regulations – Ensuring compliance with airport security laws and aviation threat management policies.

• Ground Access & Transportation Contracts – Structuring agreements with taxi, ride-sharing, and parking service providers.

• Airport Emergency & Liability Policies – Drafting policies for incident management, liability allocation, and emergency response coordination.

• Real Estate, Infrastructure & Airport Development Projects

Airport operators often manage real estate assets, construction projects, and infrastructure expansion, which require legal oversight. We provide legal advisory on:

• Airport Land Use & Zoning Compliance – Ensuring regulatory approval for airport expansion and real estate projects.

• Infrastructure Development & Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) – Structuring legal frameworks for airport terminal expansion and modernization projects.

• Construction & Procurement Contracts – Negotiating contracts with engineering firms, contractors, and suppliers to ensure fair terms.

• Commercial & Airline Dispute Resolution

Disputes between airport management companies, airlines, and service providers require legal expertise in aviation litigation and mediation. We assist in:

• Airline Disputes Over Fees & Slot Allocations – Resolving conflicts related to landing fees, gate assignments, and operational agreements.

• Passenger Compensation & Claims Handling – Advising on disputes involving passenger rights, delays, and customer service complaints.

• Regulatory Investigations & Compliance Audits – Representing airport operators in government investigations and aviation authority audits.

• Business Expansion, Mergers & Competitive Positioning

Airport operators seeking expansion, strategic partnerships, or international investment require legal support in structuring deals. We provide advisory on:

• Airport Mergers, Acquisitions & Privatization – Handling legal due diligence for airport investment and privatization projects.

• Airline & International Airport Partnerships – Structuring agreements for hub expansion and airline route development.

• Antitrust & Competition Law Compliance – Ensuring airports operate within fair competition regulations and avoid monopolistic practices.