Stories of
our students
sector's
opinion
| +34 968 966 885| info@itaerea.com
Summer School | ITAérea Editorial | Online payment | Virtual Campus

Master in International Air Law (MIAL) in Aviation Management e-learning modality

The Master in International Air Law (MIAL) is a prestigious executive master’s program designed for legal professionals, policymakers, and aviation industry experts seeking to specialize in the complex legal frameworks that govern global aviation. As air transport continues to expand, international regulations and legal structures must evolve to address emerging challenges in safety, security, liability, environmental sustainability, competition, and geopolitical concerns.

Duration: 600 hours.

Starting date: Enrolment open.

Modality: e-learning.

Job bank management.

Required English level: at least B2.

I WANT MORE INFORMATION


DOWNLOAD THE TRAINING PROGRAM IN PDF

The content of the Master's program

MODULE I: Introduction, concept and sources of Air Law.

  • Concept of Air Law.
  • History of Air Law.
  • Sources of Air Law.

MODULE II: Liability in Air Transport.

  • Introduction.
  • Conditioning factors.
  • Regulatory regimes.
  • Essential notions about liability.
  • Liability in air transport of passengers: The Montreal Convention 1999. Death and injury of a passenger; destruction, loss or damage to baggage; delay.
  • Liability in air transport of cargo: The Montreal Convention 1999. Destruction, loss or damage to cargo; delay.
  • Liability in air transport of passengers (II): An approach to the EC Regulation 261/2004
    (EU261). Compensation & assistance rules in the event of denied boarding, cancellation
    or long delay of flights.

MODULE III: Financing and trading of aircrafts

  • Variables to consider.
  • Sources of financing.
  • Financing methods.
  • Cape Town Convention 2001.

MODULE IV: Air Operator Licences.

  • Introduction. Concept. Types.
  • Air Transport Companies.
  • Ground Handling services Providers (GHSPs).
  • Maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) Service Providers.
  • Air operators of the remotely piloted aircraft system (RPAS-DRONES).

MODULE V: Merger and acquisition of airlines.

  • Merger and acquisition of airlines from a legal perspective:
    • Basic notions about companies (introduction).
    • Basic notions and types or merger; other similar transactions.
    • Acquisition of businesses (introduction).
    • Mergers and acquisitions of airlines.
  • Merger and acquisition of airlines from an economic perspective:
    • Principles of Corporate Finance: Value & Risk.
    • Types of mergers.
    • Acquisition of businesses.
    • Company Valuation methods.
    • Mergers and acquisitions of Airlines.

MODULE VI: Aeronautical Labour Law.

  • Aeronautical labour law basic notions:
    • Employment law contract: characteristics.
    • Special employment law relationships.
    • Types of employment law contracts.
    • Employees rights and obligations.
    • Salary.
    • Substantial changes in working conditions.
    • Transfer of undertaking (protection of the employment).
    • Termination of the employment law contracts.
    • Employee’s resignation.
    • Termination by will of the employee based on fair cause.
    • Collective dismissal.
    • Termination for objective reasons.
    • Disciplinary dismissal.
  • Aeronautical labour law specific notions:
    • Cabin crew.
    • Working hours.
    • Time schedule.
    • Elements of impact in the time schedule.
    • Annual working hours.
    • Rest period.
    • Fatigue.
    • Flight times and duty periods.

MODULE VII: Legal status of aircraft.

  • Introduction.
  • Definition, types & legal nature of aircraft.
  • Nationality & registration.
  • Documents aboard the aircraft.

MODULE VIII: Aviation insurance.

  • Air Transport
  • Risk Management.
  • Insurance.
  • Transfer of risks through contracts.

MODULE IX: Town planning, environment and airport

  • Synergistic relation.
  • Legal approach.
  • Summary and conclusions

MODULE X: Master’s Thesis.

  • Individually, students must draft a Master Thesis consisting in the study of a subject related to International Air Law in air transport.

Who are you going to learn from?

MEET ALL THE TEACHERS

This program provides a deep and practical understanding of aviation law, equipping professionals with specialized legal expertise in areas such as:

International Air Transport Agreements & Treaties – Gain in-depth knowledge of bilateral and multilateral air transport agreements, including the Chicago Convention, Open Skies policies, and ICAO regulations. Learn how international treaties shape market access, airline alliances, and government negotiations.

 

Air Carrier Liability & Passenger Rights – Examine global liability regimes and consumer protection laws, including the Montreal Convention and Warsaw Convention. Understand how airlines and airports manage legal responsibilities in cases of flight disruptions, personal injuries, and baggage claims.

 

Aviation Finance & Aircraft Leasing – Explore the legal mechanisms behind aircraft financing, leasing contracts, and asset management, including the role of the Cape Town Convention in aircraft ownership and security interests.

 

Regulatory Compliance & Competition Law – Analyze civil aviation regulations, airline competition laws, and state aid rules under different jurisdictions, including EU, US, and Middle Eastern regulatory frameworks. Learn how airlines navigate antitrust laws, mergers, and global market entry strategies.

Labor Law & Employment in Aviation – Study the legal complexities of employment contracts, collective bargaining, and labor rights in the aviation sector. Understand the impact of international labor conventions on airline personnel, pilots, and air traffic controllers.

 

Sustainability & Environmental Law in Aviation – Explore the legal aspects of carbon offset programs, emissions trading schemes (CORSIA), and noise pollution regulations that are reshaping the aviation industry toward a greener future.

 

Safety, Security & Risk Management – Understand aviation security laws, cyber threats, and risk mitigation strategies in line with ICAO Annex 17 and emerging challenges such as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and artificial intelligence in airspace management.

mial imagen 240x300 - MIAL
DOWNLOAD THE TRAINING PROGRAM IN PDF

Development of Professional Skills

The Master in International Air Law (MIAL) is designed to equip professionals with a comprehensive legal, regulatory, and strategic skill set necessary to navigate the complexities of global aviation law. As the aviation industry evolves, legal professionals must adapt to emerging regulations, technological advancements, and international disputes while ensuring compliance with global standards.

 

Through a multidisciplinary approach, the MIAL develops expertise in the following key areas:

Legal Expertise in Aviation – Master the foundations of international air law, including treaties, liability frameworks, and air transport regulations. Gain in-depth knowledge of key legal instruments such as:

 

  • The Chicago Convention (1944) and its role in international air law.
  • The Montreal Convention (1999) on airline liability and passenger rights.
  • The Cape Town Convention and aircraft asset security.

 

Regulatory & Compliance Mastery – Understand the legal and regulatory frameworks governing airlines, airports, and airspace at the national, regional, and global levels. Learn how to:

 

  • Navigate air operator licensing and certification procedures.
  • Assess airline mergers, competition laws, and state aid regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with international aviation safety, security, and environmental policies.

 

Contract & Risk Management – Develop specialized knowledge in aviation contracts, liability mitigation, and risk assessment. Gain expertise in:

 

  • Aircraft financing and leasing agreements within international frameworks.
  • Aviation insurance policies, claims handling, and dispute resolution.
  • Strategies for mitigating legal and financial risks in airline operations.

 

Labor & Employment Law in Aviation – Build a solid understanding of aeronautical labor regulations and employment rights to protect aviation professionals and ensure regulatory compliance. Explore:

 

  • Legal frameworks for aircrew contracts and working conditions.
  • Collective bargaining and labor unions in the aviation sector.
  • Cross-border employment challenges in international airlines.

Strategic Business & Policy Leadership – Analyze how legal frameworks impact airline mergers, acquisitions, and sustainability policies. Learn to:

 

  • Evaluate the legal aspects of market liberalization and Open Skies agreements.
  • Assess aviation environmental policies, including CORSIA (Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation).
  • Influence policy development through strategic legal advising and regulatory lobbying.

 

Negotiation & Dispute Resolution – Strengthen skills in contract negotiations, regulatory dispute resolution, and international litigation. Learn how to:

 

  • Mediate disputes between airlines, airports, and governments.
  • Handle aviation accident investigations and liability claims.
  • Master the arbitration and mediation processes in international air law cases.

 

Research & Critical Analysis – Develop the ability to apply legal frameworks to real-world challenges in aviation. The program includes:

 

  • Case study analysis of landmark aviation law cases.
  • A Master’s Thesis focused on contemporary legal issues in air transport.
  • Practical exercises in drafting contracts, legal opinions, and regulatory assessments.

With expert faculty, real-world case studies, and practical applications, the MIAL ensures that graduates are industry-ready legal professionals. Whether working for airlines, airports, regulatory bodies, international organizations, or law firms, graduates will be equipped to shape air law policies, advise aviation stakeholders, and ensure regulatory compliance worldwide.

I WANT MORE INFORMATION


DOWNLOAD THE TRAINING PROGRAM IN PDF

Our student's opinion about ITAérea

Improve your job prospects in the aviation industry

Would you like to know more about our Master?

info@itaerea.com
+34 902 505 501

INSTITUTO TÉCNICO DE FORMACIÓN Y CONSULTORIA AÉREA, S.L. “ITAÉREA”, a company whose main activity is OTHER SPECIALIZED EDUCATION-TRAINING, with registered office in Carril de La Condesa, 58; "Torre Proconsa”; oficina 605-30010; Murcia, Spain, and CIF (VAT-number): B-73694895 (hereafter, “the Company”), is the owner of the website https://www.itaerea.es (hereafter, the Website).

The Company warrants the protection of all personal data provided by the User in the Website and, in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27th April 2016, hereafter RGPD, on the protection of individuals with regards to the processing of personal data and on the free movement of such data, as well as the remaining applicable regulations, informs you that:

a) The user whose data appear in this Form expressly consents to the processing of his/her personal data by the company with the purpose of managing the services, and authorizes the communication with those entities in respect of which the Company may have subscribed a contract for service promotion and provision.

b) All personal data provided to the Company will be treated by the Company in accordance with the RGPD and will remain in the WEBSITE Registry of Processing Activity, created and maintained under the responsibility of the Company.

c) The appropriate security measures have been adopted for the collection and processing of the personal data so as to avoid the unauthorised access to such data, or its loss or handling, in accordance with the RGPD.

d) The Company is committed to protect the confidential information to which it has access.

e) The Company will not use in any case the personal data provided by the User to provide services to third parties not mentioned in section a) of this document or, as the case may be, for its own benefit.

f) The User can, at any time, exercise his/her right of access, rectification, cancellation, objection, removal or “Right to Forget”, portability and limitation of the processing, in respect of his/her personal data, as well as to withdraw consent to the Company regarding the purposes above mentioned, by sending to the Company a letter duly signed to our mailing address, Carril de La Condesa, 58 “Torre Proconsa”, oficina 605-30010; Murcia, Spain, or to the e-mail juridico@itaerea.es, clearly stating contact details and including a photocopy of the DNI/NIF (ID-card), or a document proving identity.

g) The User authorizes the automated processing of his/her personal data provided under the terms stated herein. For this press the button “SEND”, which you can find after the contact form: