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Aviation Accidents


Last Updated August 4, 2008
Aviation law consists of state, federal, and international laws created to regulate air travel. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a United States agency that governs aircraft operation and the maintenance of aviation facilities. The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is also charged with the responsibility of regulating air travel and investigating aviation accidents.

Types of Errors that Cause Aviation Accidents

There are various types of errors that can cause an aviation accident, such as:

  • Flying in bad weather
  • Pilot error
  • Improper loading
  • Maintenance errors
  • Mechanical failure or defect
  • Air controller errors
  • Airplane design and construction errors
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Aviation Accidents - C.F.R. Provisions

CFR > Title 14 > Chapter I > Part 198 - Aviation insurance
CFR > Title 14 > Chapter II > Part 205 - Aircraft accident liability insurance
 

Aviation Accidents - State Laws

CaliforniaCalifornia Public Utilities Code > Division 9 > Part 5 - Aircraft Financial Responsibility Act
California Public Utilities Code > Division 9 > Part 6 - Aircraft Damage Reporting
ConnecticutConnecticut General Statutes > Title 15 > Chapter 267 - Uniform Aircraft Financial Responsibility Act
North DakotaNorth Dakota Code > Chapter 28-01.4 - Aviation Manufacturer Products Liability

 
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