David T Norton

March 25, 2021 | Texas Lawyer

While the advent of Advanced Air Mobility is exciting, the area is so new that open legal issues abound, says David T. Norton, a partner and head of the aviation practice at Shackelford, Bowen, McKinley & Norton.

By David T. Norton

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March 30, 2020 | Texas Lawyer

There are growing concerns about (and FAA enforcement against) improper aircraft dry leasing and other illegal charter operations.

By David T. Norton

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April 29, 2019 | Texas Lawyer

A growing issue in the general and business aviation community is the conduct of illegal charters. Two common causes are improper aircraft leasing…

By David T. Norton

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April 19, 2018 | Texas Lawyer

The business aviation community — anyone operating aircraft ranging from multi-engine business jets down to single-engine piston airplanes under…

By David T. Norton

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September 17, 2012 | Texas Lawyer

Lawyers quickly can become involved in defending against alleged violations of FAA vertical separation minimum airspace requirements, so they need a working knowledge of the requirements.

By David T. Norton

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July 13, 2009 | Texas Lawyer

Lawyers who focus on the general business and charter aviation industry segments need to be aware of a number of recent developments in regulatory, state tax and transactional law, as well as how these changes seem to be affecting the current negotiation of aircraft transactional contracts, i.e., purchase/sale, management and charter agreements.

By David T. Norton

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August 07, 2006 | Texas Lawyer

The aviation industry is experiencing changes that could increase the number of companies and individuals who want to own and operate business aircraft. While this area always has been rife with legal land mines for those not familiar with the applicable industry-specific regulations, several recent developments have increased the danger.

By David T. Norton

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