To be able to advise air transport undertakings as they privatise or if they seek to cooperate with other firms by joining tactical and strategic alliances, it is essential that one first understands the relevant, applicable antitrust and competition laws, and how enforcement and compliance work in practice. This course aims to provide students with a profound knowledge of EU competition and US antitrust law and policy, as well as case law, while also considering Competition Law regimes in other parts of the world. Topics covered include interlining, alliances, joint ventures, mergers, and foreign investment, as well as State aid granted to airlines and airports.
Outcome:
Upon completion of this course, students should be able to:
Identy and understand the key issues of air transport competition law & policy;
Know the key case law in the area of air transport competition;
Explain the regulation of air transport competition within the EU and beyond;
Analyse and adress legal issues that arise in air transport competition;
Apply legal rules and case law to problem scenarios and provide sound legal advice; and
Undertake an individual research project relating to air transport competition law and policy.
