Team

Professional Translation:

Over 20 years of successful experience in legal support for companies in the aviation industry.

Extensive experience in representation before Arbitration Courts, including the International Commercial Arbitration Court at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation (ICAC at the RF CCI), the American International Commercial Arbitration Court (AICAC), and the Swiss Chambers’ Arbitration Institution (SCAI).

Career Highlights:

• Since April 2008 – Head of the Legal Department at AVIAHELP Group (an independent supplier of aviation technical equipment; AVIAHELP’s export supply geography covers over 40 countries).
• 2010 – Developed documentation for the establishment of an in-house repair station certified by EASA.
• 2011 – Structured contractual agreements with suppliers for the wheel and brake (W&B) repair/replacement program in Russia.
• 2013 – Led the acquisition and disassembly of the first two Boeing 737CL aircraft for spare parts.
• 2018 – Oversaw the spin-off of an independent maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) division at FlightTime-Engineering LLC, including expansion into APU maintenance.
• 2019 – Managed the full legal cycle for a franchise company in the UAE, an American parent company, and multiple divisions in India.

Aviation Supply Expertise:

Simultaneously, involved in the supply of aviation technical equipment (ATE) for:

• Helicopters: Mi-8, Mi-17, Mi-17-1V, Mi-171/172, Mi-26, Ka-32.
• Aircraft parts, spare components, and accessories for all Mi-8 and Mi-17 modifications, available from stock for both Russian and foreign helicopter operators engaged in multipurpose, commercial, cargo, rescue, and firefighting operations.
• Stock deliveries of engines, blades, parts, and spare components for all Mi-8 and Mi-17 modifications, including Mi-8T, Mi-8MT, Mi-8AT, Mi-8MTV, Mi-8AMT, Mi-171, Mi-171A, Mi-171E, Mi-172, etc., with supplies to China, India, Latin America, and military and government tenders in these regions.

Since 2020 – Comprehensive Aviation Supply Programs:

• Integrated supply programs for aircraft engines, auxiliary power units (APUs), landing gear, wheels, brakes, and spare parts, along with MRO services for aircraft components.
• Logistics and warehouse services for aviation operators.
• Experience working with a broad range of aircraft equipment and consumables for:
  • Boeing 737-, 747-, 757-, 767-, 777-
  • Airbus A319/320/321
  • CRJ-100/200, Embraer 175/195, Sukhoi SuperJet 100

For Boeing and Airbus aircraft, established an uninterrupted supply chain for a wide range of consumables and components from both OEM and PMA manufacturers, including:

• Engines
• Auxiliary Power Units (APUs)
• Landing Gear
• Wheels & Brakes

Since 2020 – Formation of the Themis Legal Team:

• Legal support for airframe and engine acquisitions, including the collection and resale of new and used aircraft for Russian airlines.
• Structuring the import of foreign-manufactured aircraft (used IL-76TD) into Russia with full customs payment compliance.
• Leasing and subleasing of APUs, ensuring compliance with international sanctions.
• Operational and financial leasing services for engines and aircraft adapted to current industry realities.
• Legal support for Russia’s leading airline, aircraft MRO companies, and Hong Kong-based subsidiaries.