Aviation: Centerline: Newsletter - November 2008

Because of the perception that there are only limited export controls on most civil aircraft, consideration of U.S. export laws often is given scant attention in many international transactions. This is true particularly in the business aviation industry where sellers of used aircraft may not routinely engage in export transactions; it is also critical for foreign owners of U.S. origin aircraft, who may not understand how the U.S. government exerts jurisdic­tion over aircraft even after they are sold abroad. The recent rash of U.S. enforcement actions highlights the need for both U.S. and for­eign companies to understand and comply with U.S. export restrictions.

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Eyes on Washington: Alert - November 12, 2008

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