Prof. Dr. Matthieu Poumarède
Dean, Toulouse Law School – Université Toulouse 1 Capitole, France
Introduction
Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law, in partnership with Université Toulouse 1 Capitole, France, and Spaviatech Law, is pleased to announce the 2nd Batch of our Executive Education in International Aviation Law and Management. India’s aviation sector is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by infrastructure expansion, rising passenger traffic, and policy reforms, while global aviation faces technological advancements, sustainability challenges, and evolving regulatory frameworks. This program is designed to equip senior leaders with practical insights into India’s aviation landscape and global best practices. Building on the success of our program in Toulouse with industry leaders such as Airbus and Safran, this batch will bring together experts from Collins Aerospace, RedBird, and GE Aerospace. The program empowers leaders to navigate industry challenges and contribute meaningfully to India’s aviation growth and global standards.
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True to the name of our founding father, Late Shri Dhirubhai Ambani, the School of Law aims to create and train a community of lawyers and nonlawyers guided by the ideals of industry-academia collaboration and entrepreneurial spirit in a globalized Indian economy.
Université Toulouse 1 Capitole traces its roots to the Faculty of Canon Law founded in 1229 by King Saint Louis. Specializing in Law, Economics, and Management, the university prioritizes global collaborations and academic excellence. Ranked among the top 100 globally in Economics/Business (Shanghai Ranking), it offers a unique Aviation Law program. Located in Toulouse, the heart of Franceʼs aviation industry, the program provides unparalleled exposure to Airbus, Thales, Dassault, and leading aviation law experts.
Spaviatech Law is a boutique law firm specializing in aerospace, aviation, and technology law. Founded by alumni of the University of Toulouse Capitole and Leiden University, it focuses on regulatory compliance, dispute resolution, and legal advisory services for the fast-growing Indian aviation sector.
Founding Director, Dhirubhai Ambani University- School of Law
“India, today the third-largest aviation market in the world, with total air passenger traffic exceeding 350 million annually and over 7.7 million jobs created, has already become a key driver of economic growth and global engagement, powered by technological innovation, policy reforms, and expanding infrastructure. To meet the evolving demands of this dynamic sector, we are proud to launch the first-of-its-kind Aviation Law and Management vertical at Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law, as well as our second batch of the Executive Development Program in Aviation Law and Management for senior leaders in the aviation industry.”
Head of International Aviation Law LL.M, Université Toulouse 1 Capitole, France
“The EDP we organized in Toulouse in June 2025 was a great success, bringing together Indian practitioners and in-house counsels from aviation-related firms. The discussions focused on general issues of air law. The upcoming EDP in New Delhi aims to engage senior practitioners and address more specialized and challenging topics, such as leasing contracts and aviation safety.”
Study of global conventions like the Chicago and Montreal Conventions. Role of ICAO, IATA, and regional aviation bodies. Standards for safety, operations, and dispute resolution.
Overview of DGCA and other regulatory bodies. Challenges: infrastructure, pilot shortages, compliance issues. Future reforms, investment trends, and sustainable aviation initiatives.
An overview of the drone industry in India. Opportunities across various sectors and the ambitious startup ecosystem. Challenges including complex airspace management and cybersecurity threats.
Investigation techniques and global best practices. Safety protocols and maintenance standards. Airworthiness requirements, certification processes, and regulatory audits
Liability frameworks for passengers, cargo, and aircraft operators. Legal principles from the Montreal Convention and national laws. Insurance, risk management, and dispute resolution processes.
Aviation’s environmental impact: emissions and noise. Tools like CORSIA and ICAO’s environmental standards. Balancing industry growth with regulatory compliance and sustainability.
Aircraft lease structures and financing models. Asset management, taxation, and cross-border regulations. Practical case studies in airline funding and investment planning.
Dean, Toulouse Law School – Université Toulouse 1 Capitole, France
Senior Non-Resident Fellow
Former Joint Secretary, Ministry of Civil Aviation Senior Advisor at McKinsey
Head, LL.M. in International Aviation Law Université Toulouse 1 Capitole
Head of Legal & Compliance for Airbus, South Asia
Former Joint Director General at Directorate General of Civil Aviation, India
Honorary Professor of Law
Visiting Faculty, Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law; Co-Managing Partner at Spaviatech Law
Founding Member at IndiGo & CEO of RedBird Flight Training Aviation Pvt. Ltd.
Co-Managing Partner at Spaviatech Law
Assistant Professor of Law | Head of Aviation Law and Management Vertical
Comprehensive sessions on international civil aviation law, liability, aircraft leasing, and accident investigations
Unlock opportunities within one of the fastest-growing global industries.
Receive a celebrated certificate issued jointly by Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law and Université Toulouse 1 Capitole.
Access a prestigious network of accomplished aviation professionals.
Establish meaningful connections among top executives and sector experts nationally and globally.
For queries and admissions support please reach out to:
The program encourages inclusivity and excellence through carefully curated scholarship categories:
*Two scholarships cannot be clubbed together.
Ms. Shivani Chaudhary Manager – Admissions Dhirubhai Ambani University – School of Law
Email: shivani_chaudhary@dau.ac.in Phone: +91 927 4417 319