All too often in business, everything boils down to the bottom line. The aviation industry is no exception with increasing pressure to control costs, declining margins and escalating fuel prices.

One of the major items of expenditure is the cost of maintenance of aircraft and aircraft engines.  You need to ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the obligations and risks you assume when signing up for maintenance work, either as the buyer or provider of those services.  What happens if there are delays and the aircraft or engine cannot go back into service as planned? There will be a significant financial loss.  What are your rights? Can buyers claim that loss against the maintenance provider? Can maintenance providers restrict or exclude any claim?

As the leading aviation law firm in the South East, we have put together a panel of experts to consider the legal and practical issues arising out of aircraft and engine maintenance contracts. The seminar will address the key factors you need to consider, and how to deal with disputes when they arise, including:

• Is there a binding contract and, if so, what are the obligations?
• How does the Court interpret a commercial contract?
• What happens when things go wrong – who is liable?
• Exclusions and restrictions of liability - we examine claims for consequential and indirect loss.
• Remedies - including damages, injunctions and rectification.

·         Liens – can an unpaid maintenance company retain possession of assets belonging to the owner? 

Our own aviation specialists will be joined by the very well regarded and ‘technically flawless’ Ahkil Shah – specialist aviation, Counsel from Fountain Chambers in London. The seminar will take place at Innovis House, 108 High Street, Crawley, between 10.15am and 2.00pm.

To make the most of this unique opportunity, book your place on this free workshop by completing the booking form attached.