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Who is protected?
Passengers aboard commercial aircraft, private planes, charter flights, and helicopters are protected under aviation safety laws.
In some cases, individuals on the ground injured by aircraft accidents may also have legal claims.
Both ticketed passengers and guests on private or corporate aircraft are owed a duty of care by the airline or aircraft operator.
Why are they protected?
The law recognizes that air travel involves significant risks, and passengers must rely entirely on the expertise, maintenance, and safety compliance of pilots, mechanics, airlines, and manufacturers.
Because of this reliance, the duty owed by airlines and operators is extremely high. They are responsible for ensuring aircraft are properly maintained, pilots are properly trained, and flights are operated according to strict safety protocols.
The Law
Aviation accidents are governed by a combination of federal, state, and sometimes international laws.
In the United States, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) sets safety standards for aircraft operation, pilot certification, aircraft maintenance, and air traffic control under the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
When accidents occur, claims may arise under negligence law, product liability law, or wrongful death statutes. Airlines and aircraft operators, classified as common carriers, owe the highest duty of care to passengers under both federal standards and California Civil Code §2100.
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