Benjamyn I. Scott – författare

Civil Regulation of Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe focuses on EU, international and domestic law, with leading experts providing an examination of how EU regulations shape national frameworks and the applicability of international law to UAS. Detailed case studies from across Europe highlight current regulatory approaches and future legal challenges, advocating for adaptive legislation to keep pace with technological advancements in autonomous UAS technology.

This book is indispensable to scholars and legal practitioners in European law, aviation law, and technology law. Policymakers and regulatory bodies will also find this a crucial guide for integrating global practices into their domestic legislation. Additionally, industry stakeholders in the aerospace and UAS sectors will greatly benefit from its practical insights.

Fundamentals of International Aviation Law and Policy offers students a systematic, tailored and dynamic approach to understanding the legal scenario concerning international civil aviation. The book covers the major areas of international aviation law and provides an introduction to the multifaceted international regulation of aviation activities in the sphere of public and private law. The book is designed to provide the reader with the fundamental notions concerning international aviation law. It adopts an interactive approach, which aims at engaging the reader by way of using learning tools. The main areas of public and private aviation law are dealt with from a regulatory and practical perspective, and include detailed analyses of existing and applicable legislations, as well as landmark court cases and decisions.

Each chapter is tailored to confer to readers a thorough knowledge of the applicable international and, if any, the European legislation. Delivery of these aims is attained through a clear and balanced use of didactic instruments and immediate information. New chapters cover aircraft financing and advanced air mobility, giving this second edition of Fundamentals of International Aviation Law and Policy even greater coverage and depth.

The book is intended for a varied audience of students and professionals involved in the aviation world, without requiring the possession of specific legal knowledge or background. It also constitutes a useful reference material for those who are familiar with legal terminology and aviation specifics.

Fundamentals of International Aviation Law and Policy offers students a systematic, tailored and dynamic approach to understanding the legal scenario concerning international civil aviation. The book covers the major areas of international aviation law and provides an introduction to the multifaceted international regulation of aviation activities in the sphere of public and private law. The book is designed to provide the reader with the fundamental notions concerning international aviation law. It adopts an interactive approach, which aims at engaging the reader by way of using learning tools. The main areas of public and private aviation law are dealt with from a regulatory and practical perspective, and include detailed analyses of existing and applicable legislations, as well as landmark court cases and decisions.

Each chapter is tailored to confer to readers a thorough knowledge of the applicable international and, if any, the European legislation. Delivery of these aims is attained through a clear and balanced use of didactic instruments and immediate information. New chapters cover aircraft financing and advanced air mobility, giving this second edition of Fundamentals of International Aviation Law and Policy even greater coverage and depth.

The book is intended for a varied audience of students and professionals involved in the aviation world, without requiring the possession of specific legal knowledge or background. It also constitutes a useful reference material for those who are familiar with legal terminology and aviation specifics.

Aerospace Law and Policy Series, Volume 11

In recent years, few industries have grown so prodigiously as that of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and, as a result, developments in national, regional, and international law and policy are being initiated and implemented. This new edition of the definitive survey and guide, first published in 2016, reflects the expansion of this sector and the importance placed on it by a diverse range of stakeholders, as well as the enlarged regulatory and policy landscape.

In addition to updating many of the original chapters, the second edition covers new topics and moves away from a purely introductory book to a more detailed and critical compendium. Authorship has also been extended beyond the original scope of contributors, which originally centred around those affiliated with Leiden University’s Institute of Air and Space Law, and now includes additional experts from all around the world, each of whom explores both already existing rules and proposals coming from national, regional and international levels.

As well as broadened discussions on such fundamental legal issues as insurance, financing, liability, accidents investigation, privacy, cyber security, stakeholder organisations and industry standards, the second edition takes into account major recent developments in such areas as the following:

applicability and relevance of international regulatory instruments;

coming into force of the European Union UAS-related laws;

evolution of different States’ national law;

public safety (e.g., design, production, operation and maintenance);

development of unmanned traffic management systems;

commercial operations, including urban air mobility (e.g., flying taxis, cargo delivery, high-altitude activities); and

developments in defence and security (e.g., dual-use, counter-UAS industry to combat illegal use).

As in the first edition, a representative cross section of national laws is included, covering twenty-one different jurisdictions.

This fully updated edition not only synthesises and clarifies the complex body of international, regional and national UAS-related law, but also provides expert insight into trends and areas of concern for numerous stakeholders. Without a doubt, it will be of immeasurable value to lawyers, relevant governmental and non-governmental agencies, aviation law scholars, and strategic planners in the wider aviation and transport industries.