IASL participates in Panel Discussion organised by the German Aerospace Center and the Herzberg Network
On December 7th the German Aerospace Center in partnership with the German Embassy’s Herzberg Network hosted a panel discussion titled “Cold Moon: Let’s talk about Space Research and Technology for Life on Earth” in the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa. The Institute of Air and Space Law was represented by Institute graduate Prof. Aram Kerkonian who provided insightful aspect of research in Space Law.
The IASL Webinar Series Continues
On Thursday, 1 December 2022, the Institute of Air and Space Law held its second webinar for the academic year 2022/23. The second panel titled "The Use of Satellites in Armed Conflict: Legal and Geopolitical Implications" could continue the success of the 1st webinar with more than 90 people in attendance.
Attention Alumni
Attention all IASL graduates and alumni, Please find herein attached a letter and notice of meeting from the Institute of Air and Space Law Association's (IASLA) Acting President, George Petsikas, for your attention and requested follow-up.
IASL Class attends ICAO Symposia
IASL Sessional Lecturer, Dr. Joseph Wilson and his students in the Government Regulation of Air Transport Course attended two Symposia organized by ICAO on Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) from 7 to 9 November, and Drone Enable from 14 to 16 November at ICAO Headquarters in Montreal. “The symposia presented a unique opportunity for the students to hear the industry experts and to see how their work provides the basis for ICAO’s Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs)” said Dr.
Guest Lecture by Professor Francis Schubert
The Institute of Air and Space Law had the pleasure of welcoming Adjunct Professor Francis Schubert at McGill University. Over three days, Prof. Schubert delivered an engaging lecture about Liability of Air Traffic Control.
1st IASL Webinar of the Season a Success
On Friday, 4 November 2022, the Institute of Air and Space Law held its first webinar for the academic year 2022/23. The newly established IASL Aerospace Webinar Series was kicked off with the first episode titled “The Race Back to the Moon: Legal and Geopolitical Implications”. For two hours, the high-level panel consisting of Prof. Olga Volynskaya, Prof. Jinyuan Su, Prof. Eytan Tepper and Prof.
Military Promotion for Major Matthew Ormsbee
On 28 October 2022, the Institute of Air and Space Law celebrated the military promotion of Matthew Ormsbee to Major in the United States Air Force.
Career Talk with Wayne Tyrell
The Institute of Air and Space Law took great pleasure in welcoming Mr. Wayne Tyrell, Senior Legal Advisor Irish Aviation Authority, to the Institute to give a career talk to this year’s cohort.
“Wayne’s background both in the Irish Defence Forces and Aviation Authority provides an interesting combination of experience. I am delighted that he agreed to talk to our students” Interim Director, Prof. Donal Hanley said.
IASL signs Mermoradum of Understanding with Korean Aerospace University
On Tuesday 4 October 2022, the President of Korea Aerospace University Prof. Dr. Heeyoung Hurr and Prof. Dr. Woon-Kyung Song visited the Institute of Air and Space Law to sign a Memorandum of Understanding between the two institutions. Korea Aerospace University is a leading university in Korea specialised in aviation and aerospace.
IASL graduate student Beatrice Dragomir recipient of the 2022 IAWA Scholarship Award
The Institute of Air and Space Law is pleased to announce that Ms. Beatrice Dragomir is this year’s recipient of the 2022 International Aviation Women’s Association (IAWA) Scholarship for McGill University.
Pakistan's delegation to ICAO visits the IASL
Professor Donal Hanley, Interim Director, was pleased to welcome the Pakistani delegation to the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) to the McGill Institute of Air and Space Law. The meeting took place in the splendid common room of Old Chancellor Day Hall, where Professor Hanley led an interesting discussion about prospective collaboration and capacity-building initiatives with Pakistan.
Dean Leckey addresses the 2022 American Bar Association Air and Space Law Forum
On 15 September 2022, McGill University Faculty of Law Dean Robert Leckey addressed the American Bar Association (ABA) Air and Space Law Forum at its 2022 Annual Conference. Attended by legal aerospace professionals, senior airline executives and high-level government representatives, the Conference took place at the Queen Elizabeth Hotel.
IASL represented at Montreal International Aerospace Week 2022
As part of Montreal International Aerospace Week 2022’s Defense and Security / Space Day, former Executive Director of the Centre for Research in Air and Space Law Mr. Kuan-Wei Chen took part in a roundtable discussion titled “Perspectives and Solutions to the Risk of Space Belligerence”.
Welcome to the IASL Class of 2022-2023
Interim Director of Institute of Air and Space Law Professor Donal Hanley welcomed the incoming class of 2022/2023 in the spectacular rooms of Old Chancellor Day Hall last Friday. After two years of virtual and hybrid learning, it was the first welcome held entirely in person again and it was a delight to see the incoming students meeting professors and Institute staff while enjoying free pizza and drinks.
Stefan-Michael Wedenig named New Executive Director of the Centre and Institute of Air and Space Law
We are pleased to announce that doctoral student Stefan-Michael Wedenig (LL.M class of 2020/21) has been named the new Executive Director of the Centre and Institute of Air and Space Law at McGill University. With effect from 1 September, Stefan-Michael will take over the role of the outgoing Executive Director, Kuan-Wei (David) Chen, who has served the Centre and the Institute admirably over the past ten years.