Commercial Aviation
/kəˈmɜːrʃəl ˌeɪviˈeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The operation of aircraft for hire or reward, principally involving the transportation of passengers or cargo under regulatory oversight.
Commercial aviation is subject to strict safety regulations imposed by aviation authorities.
- (n.) A sector governed by aviation laws and agreements regulating airlines, airports, and air traffic.
Legal disputes in commercial aviation often involve contractual obligations and liability for accidents.
Forms
- commercial aviation
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Commentary
The term predominantly appears in regulatory and contract law contexts, requiring attention to the distinction between commercial and private operations for compliance and liability issues.
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