Covering the full range of transactional, regulatory and dispute resolution work, HFW boasts significant expertise as a one stop shop for the French aviation sector. The team’s portfolio encompasses a wide range of matters, including aviation insurance and regulatory work, advice on the launching of new services and handling of aviation crashes worldwide. The team is jointly steered by Pierre Frühling, who splits his time between Paris and Brussels, and Jean-Baptiste Charles, a key contact for aviation liability issues.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Peirre Frühling is managing his team and the process in a very professional and pleasant way.’
- 'They are experienced and well organised.'
- ‘Experience in the aeronautical sector and its applications. ’
- ‘I particularly appreciate Jean-Baptiste Charles for his clarity, efficiency and simplicity.’
- ‘A well-structured and attentive team. They are very available and particularly proactive on matters and do not hesitate to suggest initiatives.’
- ‘This firm is simply the best in the area in the field of aviation.’
Key clients
- Aeromexico
- AIG
- Air Corsica
- Aircalin
- Allianz AGCS
- All Nippon Airways
- Arkia Israeli Airlines
- AXA XL
- Azul
- Blade Urban Air Mobility
- Camair Cameroun Airlines
- Cargo Air
Work highlights
Representing Korean Air in a litigation in court relating to slots at Paris Charles-de-Gaulle airport.
Assisting Qantas on launching its operations in France for the non-stop service from Perth to Paris.
Representing the IATA in challenging ADP (Aeroports de Paris) airports charges.
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Practice head
Pierre Frühling; Jean-Baptiste Charles