Airplane accidents are incredibly rare due to the emphasis that most aviation professionals place on providing a safe, comfortable travel experience for passengers. Unfortunately, not all airline personnel place as much emphasis on safety and some pilots choose to drink before they fly, increasing the risk for pilot error and airplane accidents. Airplane crashes are often devastating and deadly, and any pilots who choose to place passengers at risk of a serious accident deserve to be held accountable for their actions.

If you or someone you know has been the victim of an airplane accident caused by an intoxicated pilot, you deserve justice. The Kansas City pilot intoxication lawyers at The Pottenger Law Firm LLC, are devoted to helping airplane accident victims and their families. Contact us by calling 816-531-6006 today to discuss your case with a qualified attorney.

Laws & Regulations

According to the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, approximately 75% of airplane crashes are caused by pilot error, including those incidents which involve intoxicated pilots. There are laws in place to govern the actions of pilots prior to takeoff in order to protect passengers. According to these laws, the pilot must:

Failure to abide by these laws drastically increases the risk of pilot error and airline crashes.