Supporting the Resurgence of Aviation in Venezuela

Clyde & Co’s Venezuelan office has played a leading role in the aviation sector in Venezuela since the 1990s. Our Caracas-based attorneys have represented airlines, aircraft lessors, operators, banks, and other industry participants in a wide range of contractual and regulatory matters, including the structuring of international airlines to operate flights to and from the country.

We regularly advise foreign airlines on Venezuelan aeronautical regulatory requirements, including compliance with the applicable Venezuelan Aviation Regulations (RAV), particularly RAV 129, which governs the authorization and oversight of foreign air operators seeking to commence or resume operations to and from Venezuela before the National Institute of Civil Aviation (INAC), as well as compliance with RAV 121, RAV 125, and RAV 135 regarding operational, aircraft, and crew standards requirements.

We provide counsel on security services, cargo compliance, and MRO operations, covering specialized airport services and aviation security, including safe ground handling and certified security operations for airlines, general aviation, and third-party contractors. We also support regulatory compliance for air taxis and private operators in accordance with the applicable RAV provisions.

We handle insurance and reinsurance claims, passenger and third-party liability settlements, and guide clients through the certification processes required by the National Institute of Civil Aviation (INAC) to ensure regulatory compliance and operational readiness.

In the litigation arena, we have represented the London, European, and United States markets across multiple jurisdictions and have been involved in many of the most significant aviation matters over the years. Our aviation team in Caracas is currently composed of Damirca Prieto and Diego Berrizbeitia Grand, who work in close coordination with our offices in Latin America, the United States, and Europe.