Introduction
The two recent international aeroplane crashes (the Lion Air
crash and the Ethiopian Air crash) resulted an international outcry
over the safety of passengers aboard international flights.
Consequently, the question of which entity can be held accountable
for these disasters is on the mind of many. The answer lies in
international air law, particularly the various international
aviation treaties that have been signed and ratified to regulate
aeroplane crash liability.
Overview of International Air Law Instruments Governing Air
Crash Liability
Several international air law instruments have been signed and
ratified by countries. To regulate and oversee the aeroplane crash
liability. One hundred fifty-two states ratified the Warsaw
Convention of 1929. Article 17 of this Convention states that
the carrier or airline is legally liable for harm or damage
sustained if death or wounding of a passenger or any other
bodily injury occure. The carrier is
