International Air Law
/ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəl ɛər lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of law governing air navigation and the rights and duties of states and airlines in international airspace.
International air law regulates the operation of commercial flights crossing national borders.
- (n.) The set of treaties, conventions, and customary rules that regulate civil aviation between countries.
The Chicago Convention is a cornerstone treaty in international air law.
Forms
- international air law
- international air laws
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Commentary
International air law primarily centers on state sovereignty over airspace and international cooperation in commercial aviation; drafters should note its reliance on multilateral treaties.
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