Legal frameworks in civil aviation play an essential role in maintaining a safe, secure, and efficient global air transport system. As aviation continues to grow and evolve, legal advisers are increasingly called upon to address emerging regulatory questions, develop policy solutions, and support greater alignment when it comes to interpreting and applying international air law. With this in mind, ICAO, in collaboration with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Bahamas, will host the Fourth Civil Aviation Legal Advisers Forum (CALAF) from 27 to 29 May 2026 in Nassau, Bahamas.
This year’s discussion topics wilAl include:
- Recent developments in international air law
- Emerging issues impacting the aviation sector
- The legal implications of innovation and new technologies
- Safety, security, and facilitation
CALAF will continue the Forum’s tradition of fostering meaningful dialogue among those engaged in legal work that underpins the global civil aviation system. In line with our commitment to supporting Member States in strengthening institutional capacity, the Forum encourages collaboration, the exchange of best practices, and the development of common approaches to shared legal challenges.
Participants will engage in discussions addressing current legal challenges affecting the aviation sector. Panels on emerging litigation trends will explore how evolving disputes, from passenger rights and environmental accountability to cybersecurity incidents, are raising new questions around the application of international aviation treaties, including the Montreal, Cape Town, and Chicago Conventions.
For the first time, the Forum will feature an exhibition component, providing participants with the opportunity to engage directly with organizations developing legal, regulatory, and operational solutions relevant to aviation governance. This new feature will help bridge the space between legal policy development and the innovations shaping aviation’s operational environment.
The Forum invites stakeholders from various departments, including
- Civil aviation legal advisers and regulatory authorities
- Practitioners in international and air law
- Airports, airlines, and air navigation service providers
- Aircraft and maintenance organizations
- Academic and research institutions
- Other aviation sector partners and policy contributors
We’re sharing the programme below. Sessions will address the legal dimensions of liberalized air transport, with forward-looking discussions on regulatory frameworks, market access, and the role of innovation in shaping a more inclusive and resilient global aviation system.
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