Peter Kirsch’s presentation at the 13^th Worldwide Airports Lawyers Association (WALA) on June 30^th, 2023, focused on the legal framework for AAM/UAM (Advanced Air Mobility/Urban Air Mobility) regulation. The WALA is an organization that brings together airport attorneys from around the world to stay updated on airport-related laws and regulations.

Here are the key points Peter’s presentation discussed:

• Federal regulation of ‘navigable airspace’
• Defined – airspace at and above the minimum flight altitudes prescribed by FAA
  • 1000 feet (305m) and above in urban areas
  • 500 feet (152m) and above in rural areas
  • Airspace needed for takeoff and landing
• Law protects private property rights outside navigable airspace
• Distinguish airspace access/regulation from airport access/regulation
• What about low altitude flights?

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