civil aviation

Civil aviation experience

Paz Horowitz has more than two decades of experience in international and Ecuadorian civil aviation law.

The firm has helped draft civil aviation regulations and negotiated bilateral agreements between Ecuador and various countries.

Our specialists in this area teach Aviation Law at the country’s most prestigious university. They are also members of various local and international civil aviation organizations and associations.

Aviation law and airport
construction counseling

The firm counsels airlines on all aspects of legal, regulator, tax and compliance issues that affect their operations. Our aviation law specialists have years of experience in negotiating, structuring and obtaining governmental approval of aviation contracts.

Paz Horowitz represents and handles all legal matters for the main subcontractor of Quito’s New International Airport.

We provide legal counseling to our clients to ensure strict compliance with the legal and operational requirements required to conduct their aviation activities in Ecuador.
Application of International Aviation Accords and Treaties

Permits, certifications and registrations

The firm assists our clients obtain the following permits, certifications and registrations:

Operations permits and concessions
Code share agreements
Charter flight permits
Cargo operations permits
OPS PECS certifications
Pilot licenses
TOVs

Aviation law litigation

Our specialists have extensive experience in litigating disputes for airlines and cargo companies.

Highlights

Secured the operational permits that allows international airline to offer daily flights from Ecuador to Europe.
Obtained the first Ecuadorian code share permit on behalf of an international airline.
Attained first Ecuadorian permit for code share agreement between domestic operators.
Participated in the drafting and review of legal provisions that regulate air transportation in Ecuador.
Acted as counsel for Ecuadorian airlines to open new international routes and offices.
Negotiated the execution of various bilateral air transportation agreements with third-party countries.