Aviation disasters involving commercial airlines receive tremendous media attention. Aviation accidents involving private airplanes and helicopters, however, are more common than most people realize. For the families of loved ones involved in any kind of aviation accident, the consequences are often tragic.
Aviation cases usually involve numerous complexities. First, a detailed analysis of what caused the plane crash is usually required. Second, plane crash cases usually involve different and overlapping state, federal and international laws. Finally, insurance coverage disputes are unfortunately common.
Here are some common claims that arise in aviation cases:
- Poorly maintained equipment
- Defective on-board computers or software
- Pilot error
- Flight instructor error
- Air traffic control error
- Defective design
- Engine failures
- Instrument failures
When an aviation accident does occur, several governing agencies become involved. These can include:
- The NTSB (National Transportation Safety Board), an independent federal agency in charge of investigating every civil aviation accident that takes place in the United States
- The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), a separate element of the U.S. government that is primarily responsible for the safety of civil aviation
- The FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation), whose role is to investigate the possibility of sabotage or any other criminal act that may have contributed in any way to the accident
- Other agencies such as the Red Cross, FEMA (Federal Emergency and Management Agency) or other state, local, or even foreign agencies (when appropriate) may be involved when the situation calls for it.
If you or a loved one has been injured in an aviation accident, please call or email the Kaudy Law Firm today. It is important to begin an investigation as to why the accident occurred as quickly as possible before critical evidence is lost or destroyed. Call or email us today for a fee assessment of your case. The Kaudy Law Firm is here to help!