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In the recent case of O'Driscoll v Encore Aviation Pty Ltd [2025] NSWSC 1536 the defendant helicopter maintenance company was found liable to compensate an injured pilot and the owner of the helicopter.
The Victorian Court of Appeal has upheld a significant damages award for a trainee pilot, reinforcing the scrutiny applied to flight‑training handover procedures and the deference given to trial judges on factual findings. This decision carries important implications for aviation operators, instructors and insurers.
Colin Biggers & Paisley’s Doyle’s Guide Australia, 2026 rankings reflect the practice's depth of expertise across key industries and practice areas nationwide, including its recognised strength in admiralty, shipping, maritime, aviation and transport law.
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