Aviation

Womble Carlyle's aviation industry team has vast experience defending airframe, engine and component part manufacturers, airlines, pilots, maintenance providers and insurers in commercial, military and general aviation accident cases. Womble Carlyle also has substantial experience and expertise representing clients and acting as liaison counsel in multi-district litigation, which routinely arises out of commercial aviation accidents. We have successfully tried all manner of aviation accident cases from routine general aviation accidents to complex commercial accidents, and have successfully handled appeals in such cases. We also represent and counsel our clients during all phases of post-accident investigation, including during NTSB investigation and hearings. We know and have experience working with premier experts in the aviation industry, from accident reconstruction experts, to metallurgy, piloting, fire, aerodynamics and other experts. Our lawyers also regularly handle insurance coverage disputes, contract disputes and labor issues for aviation industry clients.