Tressler attorney Timothy M. Ravich will be presenting “Airport Law for Municipal Governments” at a webinar hosted by the International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA). Tim will be speaking alongside Jordan Christensen, Senior Program Officer at ACRP.

This CLE webinar provides municipal attorneys with a practical overview of airport law issues facing local governments that own or operate public-use airports. The program will cover core federal and state regulatory frameworks, including FAA grant assurances, compliance and enforcement trends, land-use compatibility, and risk-management considerations for both large and small airports. The webinar will also introduce the Airport Cooperative Research Program (ACRP), highlighting how municipal lawyers can leverage ACRP reports and research to inform policy decisions, support airport operations, and address emerging legal and operational challenges. This session emphasizes real-world applications and best practices for major airports and local county airports.

When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM ET

Where: Online Webinar – Click here to register or learn more.

About Timothy M. Ravich

Tim concentrates his practice in the areas of aviation, product, and general civil litigation. Recognized as one of only 50 lawyers qualified as a Board-Certified Expert in the area of aviation law, Tim specializes in transactional and regulatory matters related to the ownership, maintenance and utilization of aircraft, airports, and airspace.

Tim provides legal representation to a diverse range of clients in the aviation industry, covering a wide spectrum of matters. His clientele has included operators from both commercial and general aviation sectors, including Part 121 and 135 carriers. He has also worked with aircraft and engine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) companies, airmen and aviation insurers. Tim has counseled and advocated for clients on various issues, from matters related to the purchase, sale and utilization of aircraft under international law, such as the Cape Town Convention, to airport law, accident litigation and passenger claims arising under the Airline Deregulation Act, Montreal and Warsaw Conventions, Title 49 U.S.C. and Part 14 C.F.R. He also has provided expert testimony and advised public and private sector clients, including U.S. presidential campaigns, members of the United States Congress, local, state and international governments, law firms, airlines, aircraft manufacturers and operators and airmen. Click here to view Tim’s full attorney biography.