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KMA Zuckert's attorneys have a nationally and internationally recognized expertise in the aviation and general transportation industries, and we have handled matters in federal, state as well as in many foreign venues.

05/29/2026

KMA Zuckert LLP congratulates associate Yucheng Wang on her admission to the State Bar of California.

Already admitted to practice in Illinois, Ms. Wang has now expanded her licensure to California, further strengthening her ability to serve clients across multiple jurisdictions and to support the firm's California practice.

Ms. Wang focuses her practice on commercial and contractual disputes, aviation litigation, civil rights matters, and tort claims involving personal injury and product liability.

She received her J.D. from the University of Illinois Chicago School of Law, where she served as a Staff Editor of the UIC John Marshall Law Review.

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Wang on this important professional milestone.

🔗 Learn more about Ms. Wang and the firm's attorneys:
https://www.kmazuckert.com/attorneys/

05/28/2026

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and other federal agencies have implemented temporary entry restrictions and enhanced airport screening measures in response to ongoing Ebola outbreaks in parts of East and Central Africa.

Under a CDC Order effective May 18, 2026, certain travelers who were recently present in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan may be restricted from entering the United States. Other travelers arriving from affected regions are being routed through designated U.S. airports for enhanced public health screening and monitoring.

The measures include:

• enhanced airport health screening;
• rerouting through designated airports including IAD, ATL, IAH, and JFK;
• post-arrival health monitoring; and
• coordination with airlines and port-of-entry officials.

The developments may have operational implications for international air carriers, airport operators, and travelers, particularly regarding routing, passenger screening, and public health compliance obligations.

🔗 CDC guidance and current restrictions:

https://www.cdc.gov/viral-hemorrhagic-fevers/travel-to-us/index.html

05/20/2026

Sreya Bhattaru is an Associate in KMA Zuckert LLP’s New York office.

Sreya represents clients in commercial litigation and contractual disputes, with experience handling complex civil matters from early case assessment through dispute resolution. Her practice includes evaluating liability, analyzing contractual obligations, and helping clients navigate litigation strategy.

Before joining the firm, Sreya gained both in-house and private practice experience in matters involving life insurance and annuities, intellectual property, and civil litigation. This background gives her a practical perspective on managing claims, assessing risk, and addressing contractual issues at every stage of a dispute.

Sreya earned her J.D. from the University of Connecticut School of Law, where she was recognized as a Dean’s Scholar and an Oliver Ellsworth Scholar. During law school, she served on the Mock Trial Team and participated in the Criminal Defense Clinic. She also holds a B.A. in Philosophy, with honors, from Baylor University.

05/18/2026

KMA Zuckert LLP is pleased to announce the opening of new offices in Dallas and Houston, furthering our commitment to the Texas market. We are also proud to welcome Jordan A. Carter as Partner.

With substantial litigation experience and a practical, strategic perspective, Jordan brings a background shaped by her work as a personal injury attorney, prosecutor, and civil litigator. Her experience allows her to evaluate matters from multiple vantage points, anticipate opposing strategies, and develop approaches aligned with each client’s objectives.

She has handled complex litigation matters through resolution and trial, including serving as first-chair trial counsel.

Recently named a 2026 Super Lawyers Rising Star, Jordan was also honored as a Top 40 Under 40 Black Lawyer by the National Black Lawyers Association.

We are excited to welcome Jordan to the firm and look forward to serving clients from our new Dallas and Houston offices.

05/07/2026

The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a proposed rule establishing a framework for restricting drone operations over certain critical infrastructure sites.

Under the proposal, operators of qualifying facilities could petition the FAA for permanent or temporary unmanned aircraft restrictions where necessary for aviation safety, protection of people and property, national security, or homeland security.

The proposal reflects continued federal efforts to balance the expansion of commercial drone operations with growing concerns surrounding unauthorized drone activity near sensitive locations, including infrastructure, public venues, and government facilities.

The rulemaking would also create a separate category of “special” flight restrictions applicable to certain federal sites and affiliates. A 60-day public comment period is now open.

🔗 https://www.faa.gov/newsroom/restricting-drones-near-critical-infrastructure-sites

05/03/2026

The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced a coordinated response with major U.S. carriers to support passengers and employees affected by the cessation of operations by Spirit Airlines.

Following discussions with the Department, multiple airlines have implemented short-term measures to assist impacted travelers, including:

🔷 Capped fares for rebooking displaced passengers (with time-limited eligibility and documentation requirements)
🔷 Reduced or frozen fares on overlapping routes to mitigate price increases
🔷 Network-wide fare discounts in certain cases

In parallel, carriers are taking steps to support affected employees:

🔷 Travel privileges and jump seat access for crew members returning home
🔷 Preferential interview processes across participating airlines
🔷 Dedicated recruitment portals to facilitate continued employment in the sector

The Department also highlighted key considerations for ticketholders seeking refunds, including potential remedies through credit card chargebacks, travel insurance, and bankruptcy claims processes.

The situation demonstrates the aviation industry’s ability to mobilize quickly in response to operational disruption, while also raising broader considerations around passenger protection frameworks and workforce continuity in the event of airline insolvency.

🔗 https://www.transportation.gov/briefing-room/trumps-transportation-secretary-sean-p-duffy-secures-relief-spirit-airlines-flyers

04/23/2026

The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued a final rule requiring covered air carriers to submit a concise, one-page summary of passenger rights, advancing transparency in air travel.

The rule, implementing Section 429 of the Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act, requires airlines to clearly outline policies relating to delays, diversions, cancellations, baggage, and boarding practices, including compensation and rebooking options.

Following submission, carriers must publish the summary in a prominent location on their websites within 90 days, ensuring accessibility for passengers.

The requirement focuses on standardizing how existing rights are presented, rather than expanding substantive entitlements. For carriers, the obligation is largely administrative, but visibility of these policies may increase scrutiny of compliance and customer-facing practices.

🔗 Final rule: https://www.federalregister.gov/d/2026-08103

04/22/2026

KMA Zuckert LLP highlights the work of Associate Naren Prasanna in the firm’s Chicago office.

Mr. Prasanna focuses his practice on representing aviation clients across the commercial and general aviation industry in state and federal courts. His experience includes matters involving personal injury, wrongful death, and product liability claims, as well as broader commercial and employment disputes.

Mr. Prasanna began his legal career in India, where he was admitted to practice in 2022 after graduating from The Tamilnadu Dr.Ambedkar Law University. During his studies, he represented the University at the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot in Vienna.

He later earned his Juris Doctor degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Law, where he was awarded the Philip H. Corboy Mock Trial Fellowship and achieved top placements in national trial competitions, including the Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights Trial Competition and the Midwest BLSA Mock Trial Competition.

🔗 Learn more about Mr. Prasanna and the firm’s attorneys:
https://www.kmazuckert.com/attorneys/

04/21/2026

KMA Zuckert LLP partners Rachel Nevarez, Telly Andrews, and Nicholas Pantelopoulos joined industry leaders, including Jeremy Hager, Aviation Insurance Claims Professional - Marsh, at the 2026 Marsh Aviation Summit in London to engage in discussions on the risks and opportunities shaping the future of the industry.

The Summit brought together senior representatives from airlines, airports, OEMs, and service providers to address key issues, including market outlook, evolving risk management trends, safety, cybersecurity, regulatory developments, and workforce challenges.

The event provided a strong platform to exchange perspectives, strengthen relationships, and maintain a clear view of developments across the industry.

KMA Zuckert LLP was pleased to sponsor the event.

🔗 Learn more about the event: https://www.marsh.com/en/industries/aviation-space/insights/aviation-summit/agenda.html

04/15/2026

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bipartisan aviation safety bill by a vote of 396–10, advancing the ALERT Actand highlighting differences with the Senate over measures to prevent midair collisions.

The legislation follows the January 2025 midair collision near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, which prompted renewed scrutiny of operations in congested airspace and the adequacy of rules governing both civil and military aircraft.

The House bill outlines minimum standards for aircraft location-tracking and broader safety reforms, including air traffic control staffing and airspace management measures. However, it stops short of mandating specific systems such as ADS-B In across all aircraft and provides greater discretion for military operators to disable ADS-B Out in certain scenarios.

Senate leaders have indicated that these provisions do not go far enough. A competing Senate measure would require universal adoption of ADS-B In by 2031 and impose stricter limits on when location-broadcasting systems can be turned off.

The divergence sets the stage for further negotiations over the scope of technology mandates, military exemptions, and implementation timelines.

🔗 Official House vote records: https://clerk.house.gov/Votes

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