Grounded in industry knowledge. Built for the complexities of flight.
The aerospace and aviation industries operate at the intersection of innovation, regulation, and global commerce. Whether these businesses are building aircraft, launching satellites, managing flight operations, or developing next-generation unmanned systems, they need legal counsel that understands both the technical complexity and the regulatory landscape of their work.
Shumaker serves a broad cross-section of this industry, including commercial and private operators; manufacturers; maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) providers; defense contractors; airport authorities; and the growing ecosystem of advanced air mobility and space technology companies. Our attorneys draw on experience across the firm’s 12 service lines to deliver coordinated guidance on the issues that matter most, from Federal Aviation Association (FAA) compliance and government procurement to export controls, supply chain agreements, and corporate transactions.
We take a hands-on approach, staying close to industry developments and regulatory shifts so that our advice reflects the realities our clients face today and the opportunities emerging tomorrow.
Our Clients
- Private and charter aviation operators
- Aircraft and aircraft parts manufacturers
- Aerospace technology and manufacturing companies
- MRO providers
- Defense and government contractors
- Unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and drone companies
- Satellite and space technology companies
- Aviation infrastructure developers