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Aviation Lawyers in Egypt

Aviation Lawyers in Egypt at Andersen in Egypt deliver legal support to airlines, aircraft owners, lessors, operators, financiers and service providers. Our team combines deep local regulatory knowledge with international aviation standards to deliver pragmatic, business-oriented legal solutions.

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Aviation Lawyers in Egypt​

Regulatory Framework for Aviation in Egypt

Aviation activities in Egypt are regulated through a combination of:

  • Egyptian Civil Aviation Law

  • ECAA regulations and technical circulars

  • ICAO conventions and international treaties

  • Bilateral and multilateral air service agreements
Aviation Lawyers in Egypt

Aircraft Legal Services in Egypt

Aircraft ownership and structuring

Aircraft Ownership & Structuring

Strategic legal structuring for compliant and efficient aircraft ownership, guided by experienced Aviation Lawyers in Egypt.

  • Corporate and SPV ownership models
  • Foreign ownership and control assessment
  • Cross-border structuring advice
  • Tax and regulatory considerations
Aircraft sale and purchase

Aircraft Sale & Purchase

End-to-end legal support for aircraft acquisition and disposal, from term sheet to closing.

  • Sale and purchase agreements
  • Title, liens, and encumbrance checks
  • Closing and escrow coordination
  • Delivery and acceptance documentation
Aircraft leasing and ACMI

Aircraft Leasing & ACMI

Operationally sound leasing structures tailored to regulatory requirements in Egypt and key foreign jurisdictions.

  • Wet lease and dry lease arrangements
  • ACMI and short-term capacity solutions
  • Sublease and assignment structures
  • Redelivery and maintenance conditions
Registration and deregistration

Registration & Deregistration

Efficient handling of aircraft and engine registrations in Egypt, coordinated with the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority.

  • Registration with the Egyptian CAA
  • Recording ownership and interests
  • Deregistration and export
  • Authority coordination
Mortgages and security interests

Mortgages & Security Interests

Protection and enforcement of aircraft-related security interests for lenders, lessors, and investors.

  • Aircraft and engine mortgages
  • Security package structuring
  • Repossession and enforcement strategies
  • Cape Town Convention advisory
Aircraft finance and refinancing

Aircraft Finance & Refinancing

Legally robust financing solutions for aviation assets, aligned with lender expectations and Egyptian law.

  • Conventional and Islamic finance
  • Aircraft finance documentation
  • Lender legal due diligence
  • Refinancing and restructuring
Operations and regulatory compliance

Operations & Regulatory Compliance

Ongoing compliance support for aircraft operations; our Aviation Lawyers in Egypt help operators stay aligned with ECAA rules.

  • Operating permits and approvals
  • Airworthiness and safety compliance
  • Regulatory inspections and audits
  • Operational risk management
MRO and technical agreements

MRO & Technical Agreements

Risk-managed contracts for aircraft maintenance and technical services across hangars, line stations, and component providers.

  • MRO and engine maintenance agreements
  • Component support and warranties
  • Spare parts and logistics contracts
  • Liability and downtime allocation
Charter and private aviation

Charter & Private Aviation

Tailored legal guidance for charter operations and business aviation, including VIP, seasonal, and ad-hoc flights.

  • Charter and carriage agreements
  • Aircraft management contracts
  • Compliance for private operators
  • Ad-hoc and seasonal permits
Disputes, claims and repossession

Disputes, Claims & Repossession

Strategic representation in aircraft-related disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and negotiated resolutions.

  • Lease defaults and repossessions
  • Aircraft damage and insurance claims
  • Contractual and operational disputes
  • Litigation and arbitration
Employment and crew legal matters

Specialized legal support for aviation workforce and crew compliance, from hiring to termination.

  • Pilot, cabin crew, and technical staff contracts
  • Expatriate crew work permits and residency
  • Compliance with Egyptian labor law and aviation rules
  • Disciplinary actions, terminations, and restructuring
Aviation insurance and liability

Insurance & Aviation Liability

Advisory on mandatory aviation insurance and liability exposure for operators, lessors, and financiers.

  • Hull and liability insurance requirements
  • Passenger, cargo, and third-party liability
  • Insurance claims coordination and recovery
  • Coverage disputes and policy interpretation
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These aircraft-related services can be provided individually or combined into a continuous legal support solution for airlines, lessors, financiers, charter operators, and private aircraft owners operating in or through Egypt. Our Aviation Lawyers in Egypt work as an integrated team across regulatory, transactional, and dispute matters to keep your operations safe, compliant, and commercially efficient.

Frequently Asked Questions​

FAQ – Aviation Lawyers in Egypt

What does an aviation lawyer do in Egypt?

Aviation lawyers in Egypt advise airlines, operators, lessors, financiers, and aviation service providers on regulatory compliance, licensing, aircraft transactions, disputes, insurance, and risk management under Egyptian civil aviation law.

Who regulates aviation activities in Egypt?

Aviation is regulated by the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Egyptian Civil Aviation Authority (ECAA), which issue regulations, safety rules, and operational approvals for airlines and operators in Egypt.

Is an Air Operator Certificate required in Egypt?

Yes. Any airline or commercial operator based in Egypt must obtain an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) from the ECAA before commencing operations, and must maintain ongoing compliance with safety and operational requirements.

Can foreign airlines operate flights to Egypt?

Yes. Foreign airlines can operate to and from Egypt subject to bilateral air services agreements, traffic rights, and specific permits and approvals from the ECAA for scheduled or charter operations.

How long does it take to obtain aviation licences in Egypt?

Timelines vary by licence type and the operator’s readiness, but obtaining an AOC or other major approvals can take several months, depending on documentation, audits, safety inspections, and authority feedback. Aviation Lawyers in Egypt can help you plan the process and avoid delays.

How do I register an aircraft in Egypt?

To register an aircraft in Egypt, the owner must submit an application to the ECAA with documents such as the bill of sale, deregistration from the previous state, certificate of airworthiness, insurance, and noise certificate, and meet eligibility criteria set by the ECAA.

Can foreign-owned aircraft be registered in Egypt?

Yes, foreign-owned aircraft can be registered in Egypt if the owner or lessee meets ECAA eligibility rules, which may include Egyptian entities, permanent residents, or foreign operators leasing to qualified Egyptian operators.

Is engine registration required separately in Egypt?

Engines and certain key components can be recorded with the aircraft registry to reflect security interests and ownership; this is important for protection of third-party engine owners and financiers.

How do I deregister an aircraft in Egypt?

Deregistration requires an application to the ECAA, clearance of any outstanding dues or liens, and submission of required documents. It is often coordinated with a sale, export, or repossession of the aircraft.

What is the aircraft registration prefix for Egypt?

Aircraft registered in Egypt carry the nationality mark “SU” followed by the registration letters or numbers, as allocated in the Egyptian aircraft register.

Are wet lease and dry lease arrangements allowed in Egypt?

Both wet and dry lease structures are permitted in Egypt, but they require ECAA review and approval, particularly where operational control or aircraft registration is affected.

Do ACMI leases require regulatory approval in Egypt?

Yes. ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance) arrangements typically require regulatory approval and must clearly allocate operational responsibility, safety oversight, and liability between the parties.

What operational approvals are needed for leased aircraft?

Leased aircraft may require airworthiness acceptance, crew licence validation, inclusion in the AOC holder’s operations specifications, and other ECAA approvals before they can be operated by an Egyptian carrier.

Before acquiring an aircraft, buyers should conduct legal due diligence on title, liens, mortgages, lease terms, regulatory status, maintenance history, and any existing encumbrances recorded with the ECAA or other registries. Aviation Lawyers in Egypt typically manage this due diligence for local and foreign buyers.

Can aircraft sale agreements be governed by foreign law?

Yes. Aircraft sale and purchase agreements are often governed by English law or another foreign law, provided that enforcement and related actions in Egypt comply with mandatory local legal and regulatory requirements.

Is the Cape Town Convention applicable in Egypt?

Egypt has adopted aspects of the Cape Town Convention and related instruments, which influence the treatment of international interests in aircraft, creditor protections, and certain enforcement mechanisms for secured parties.

Can aircraft be financed under Egyptian law?

Yes. Aircraft can be financed by local or international lenders through loan agreements, operating leases, finance leases, and other structured finance arrangements recognised under Egyptian law.

Are Islamic aviation finance structures used in Egypt?

Yes. Sharia-compliant structures such as ijara and other Islamic finance tools are used for aircraft financing, particularly where regional or Islamic financial institutions are involved.

Can aircraft mortgages be recorded and enforced in Egypt?

Aircraft and engine mortgages can be registered with the ECAA. Registration is essential for the mortgage to be effective against third parties and to secure the lender’s priority rights in enforcement under Egyptian law.

Are foreign lenders protected in Egypt?

Foreign lenders can be protected through properly drafted security documents, registration of mortgages and interests, and clear choice-of-law and dispute resolution clauses, combined with compliance with Egyptian procedural rules.

Is aviation insurance mandatory in Egypt?

Yes. Operators must maintain mandatory hull and liability insurance coverage for aircraft operating in or from Egypt, including passenger, cargo, and third-party liability, in line with local and international requirements.

What liability rules apply to passenger claims in Egypt?

Passenger claims in Egypt are governed by Egyptian law and applicable international conventions such as the Montreal Convention, including rules on compensation, limitation of liability, and documentation requirements.

Are cargo liability claims regulated in Egypt?

Yes. Cargo liability is determined by the carriage contract, applicable conventions, and Egyptian law, including rules on delay, loss, or damage to cargo transported by air.

Can aviation insurance disputes be litigated in Egypt?

Insurance coverage and liability disputes can be brought before Egyptian courts or arbitration tribunals, depending on the jurisdiction and dispute resolution clauses in the policy and related contracts.

Where are aviation disputes resolved in Egypt?

Aviation disputes involving Egyptian parties or assets are commonly resolved in Egyptian courts or through arbitration, including international arbitration seated in or outside Egypt, depending on contract terms.

Can aircraft be repossessed in Egypt?

Yes. Repossession is possible but must follow procedures under Egyptian law, including coordination with the ECAA, courts, and sometimes airport or other authorities holding the aircraft.

Is arbitration commonly used in aviation disputes?

Arbitration is widely used in aircraft leasing, finance, and commercial aviation contracts, allowing parties to select specialised tribunals and neutral seats with recognition in Egypt under arbitration laws.

What happens if airport or authority dues are unpaid?

Unpaid airport charges, navigation fees, and regulatory dues can in some cases lead to retention rights or other measures over the aircraft until outstanding amounts are settled, which affects enforcement and repossession strategies.

Do foreign pilots need work permits in Egypt?

Yes. Foreign pilots and crew operating for Egyptian airlines or operators need valid work permits, residency approvals, and licence recognition or validation from the relevant authorities.

Are airline employment contracts regulated in Egypt?

Airline employment contracts must comply with Egyptian labor law and any aviation-specific regulations, including rules on working hours, rest, safety, and termination procedures.

Can airlines second foreign crew to Egypt?

Yes, airlines can second foreign crew to Egypt, but they must satisfy immigration, labour, and aviation regulatory requirements, including appropriate permits and approvals.

What rules apply to crew licensing and validation?

Crew qualifications must be recognised or validated by Egyptian authorities, and operators must ensure that licences, ratings, and medical certificates meet ECAA and international standards for the intended operations.

Private aircraft owners should obtain legal advice on registration, tax, insurance, crew, and operational permits in Egypt to ensure their aircraft is properly structured and compliant with local regulations. Aviation Lawyers in Egypt can coordinate this across multiple regulators.

Yes. Many airlines, lessors, and aviation service providers retain Aviation Lawyers in Egypt for ongoing support with contracts, regulatory filings, compliance audits, disputes, and strategic transactions.

Why use Aviation Lawyers in Egypt instead of general lawyers?

Aviation law is highly technical and regulated. Aviation Lawyers in Egypt bring sector-specific knowledge of ECAA practice, international conventions, aircraft finance, and operational realities that generalists typically do not have.

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