Airplane Accidents
When most people think airplane accidents they immediately assume an airline crash. However, these large-scale accidents are very rare, leading some people to believe that aviation accidents and fatalities don’t happen much anymore. However, the sad reality is defective and dangerous conditions caused by airplane authorities and their contractors, cause thousands of injuries during travel. Every year, tens of millions of travelers move through our world’s airports, allowing any number of errors to be possible. It is important to understand your rights under aviation law and to team with an attorney to get the representation you deserve.
Aircrafts Covered Under Aviation Law
According to the National Transportation Safety board there were 1,500 civil aviation accidents in the United States in 2010. These aviation injuries arose from people in aircrafts such as:
- Small private planes
- Large business jets
- Helicopters
- Tour or charter flights
- Medical helicopters and airplanes
- Personal airplanes
- Cargo airplanes
- Hot air balloons
- Hand gliders
- Types of Aviation Accidents
Aviation accidents include a wide range of activity that can result in serious injury or death. Passengers or crew members can be hurt in any stage of flight operation, including:
- Ground collisions
- Mid-air accidents
- Mid-air collisions
- Taxiing accidents
- Landing accidents
Aviation Accident Causes
Aircraft travel relies on not only a properly built aircraft, but on many different people performing their jobs correctly too. Because of the numerous different components that make up safe air travel, there are any number of errors that can lead to an accident including:
- Defective runways
- Pilot or crew error
- Mechanical failure
- Design failure
- Air traffic control error
- Improper aircraft maintenance
- FAA regulation violations
- Negligence in a third party selection of a carrier
How We Can Help
Aviation cases are guided by complex laws and regulations requiring an experienced and highly skilled attorney. Not only do plane accident lawsuits help victims recover damages for the harms caused to them, but they also send a message to civil aviation operators that negligence will never be tolerated. Whether you’ve had a family member or loved one who has been injured or killed as a result of an aviation accident, you may be entitled to compensation for any damages suffered. Here at The McAfee Law Firm, we understand your injuries and want to make sure you receive the compensation you deserve. If you or a loved one have been involved in an airplane accident, please call 404-761-5195.
“Growing up I was shown the value of law and was taught the definition of justice. If you have been injured through no fault of your own, allow me to become your advocate for justice.”
Edward T. McAfee
Trial Attorney
Why Hire Edward T. McAfee For Your Aviation Injury?
Attorney Edward T. McAfee is unique in his qualifications to handle your aviation injury case for the following reasons.
- Previously on Panel Counsel for Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport
- Currently Outside General Counsel for Page International (a large Georgia based International Import and Export company)
- Possession of Aviation License for over 20 years.
- Past Experience and Success in Multi District Litigation (a common occurence in Aviation claims)
Legal Leadership
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Unlike most law firms, we are selective in the cases and clients we work with. We will work with you to determine your best course of action.
“I knew our clients were facing adversity with their cases, but it was not until I experienced my wreck that the severity of how a personal injury case can effect your overall quality of life.”
Edward T. McAfee
Trial Attorney
