Both federal and state law governs aviation, or the operation of aircraft and the maintenance of aircraft facilities. A prominent federal aviation law is the Federal Aviation Act, which Congress originally passed in 1958, and which created the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Other relevant federal laws include the Airport and Airway Development Act of 1970, and the Airline Deregulation Act of 1978. There are also a variety of administrative regulations that airlines, pilots, and airport personnel must observe in order to maintain general aviation consumer protection standards. If you have been injured or harmed as a result of an aircraft accident or other incident related to the aviation industry, you should immediately contact an attorney who is experienced in aviation law. An aviation law attorney will be familiar with relevant state and federal aviation laws, and can help you determine whether you have a viable claim that would permit you to recover any sort of compensation for your injuries.