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Philippines April 2025 Jurisdictional Update

The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines recently issued several significant updates to the Civil Aviation Regulations in terms of aircraft registration and air operators. In particular, these updated regulations now implement the almost 90-year old Public Service Act of the Philippines which was amended in 2022 allowing greater ownership participation and protection for foreign owners of aircraft leased to Philippine air operators and further liberalized Philippine skies through the lifting of foreign ownership restrictions in air operators.

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GIFT City – India’s Gift to Aviation

Join us on March 27, 2025 as we explore GIFT City, an international finance center in Gujarat, India, designed to help the Indian Aviation market become a major leasing hub.

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L2b Reaches 13 Consecutive Years as Chambers and Partners’ Best Global Aviation Law Network 

Wiltshire, England—13 February 2025: L2b Aviation, a distinguished global network of independent aviation law firms, is proud to announce that it has once again been named the Best Global Aviation Law Network by Chambers and Partners, marking its thirteenth consecutive year of recognition. 

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Operation of Foreign-Registered Aircraft in Uruguay: Regulatory Challenges Amid a New Project

The development of a new aviation project in Uruguay raises questions about the allocation of responsibilities concerning airworthiness and operational oversight when international strategic partners are involved. National regulations, particularly Article 26 of Decree 15/024, must be interpreted in alignment with the Chicago Convention, which establishes fundamental principles regarding the supervision and control of aircraft registered in each State.

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Colombia’s Aviation Industry Soars to New Heights

The aviation industry in Colombia is undergoing a remarkable transformation, marked by extraordinary growth and significant advancements. As a professional deeply connected to this dynamic sector, you will find the latest developments both inspiring and promising for the future of global connectivity and economic progress.

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New Framework in the Ground Handling System in Argentina

The new regulatory framework in Argentina intends to open up the ground handling service market and encourage competition among companies that want to provide the service for airlines. In a near future airlines will not have to deal with the company with the monopoly in all the airports in the system but instead will be able to choose between different providers or even manage it independently.

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L2b Global Aviation News: Drone Regulations in Latin America  

The rapid growth of the drone industry has presented significant challenges and opportunities for governments in Latin America. To ensure the safe and responsible use of drones, these countries have implemented and maintain various regulatory frameworks.   

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L2b Global Aviation News: Emerging Drone Technology and Global Regulations 

The rapid advancements in drone capabilities have opened new avenues for commercial use, but outdated regulations often pose significant barriers. Moreover, the proliferation of multiple governing authorities in many countries can create confusion and hinder efficient operations.  

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Philippines June 2024 Jurisdictional Update

The Philippine High Court recently rendered a decision holding that the accommodation and lodging services by a Philippine hotel to the pilots and crew of Delta Air Lines during flight layovers in the Philippines are not subject to value added tax.

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Amendments to the Concessions Contract of MVD Airport in Uruguay

We inform you about the recent approval and incorporation of amendments to the concession contract of MVD Airport.

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