Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation

/ˈʃɪkɑːɡoʊ kənˈvɛnʃən ɒn ɪntərˈnæʃənl ˈsɪvɪl ˌeɪrɪˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A multilateral treaty establishing rules and standards for international civil aviation to promote safe and orderly air transport.
    The Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation laid the foundation for modern international air law.

Forms

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Commentary

Commonly cited as the fundamental treaty creating the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and setting principles still governing international air travel.

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