“Robb & Robb LLC is the premier aviation law firm in the United States.”

Most Successful Aviation Law Firm in the Country

Texas Airplane Crash Lawyers

Texas is home to some of the most congested and diverse airspace in the world. From the sprawling international hubs of DFW and George Bush Intercontinental to the high-traffic general aviation corridors in Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, the sheer volume of flight operations creates a unique environment for aviation risks. When a tragedy occurs in the Lone Star State, families are often left facing powerful aviation corporations, aggressive insurance adjusters, and a technical minefield of federal and state laws and safety standards.

Robb & Robb offers premier representation for individuals affected by private airplane and helicopter crashes in Texas. Since 1984, we have recovered over $2 billion in compensation for our clients. Our nationally recognized team brings the technical resources, forensic proficiency, and trial experience necessary to uncover the truth and hold negligent parties accountable.

Reach us online or at (877) 749-4999 to schedule a free initial consultation with a Texas airplane crash attorney. Meetings can be held virtually for your convenience. Available 24/7.

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Record-Setting Results in Airplane Accidents

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Family Heritage, National Impact

Built by family and united in purpose, this nationally recognized aviation law firm is led by Gary and Anita Robb, alongside their son Andrew and his wife Brittany. Decades of focused experience, unmatched results, and fearless advocacy define their work. Together, they have secured landmark verdicts, shaped aviation safety standards, and earned a reputation as the leading authority in complex aviation litigation nationwide.

Stories from the Families We’ve Advocated For

At Robb & Robb, families place their trust in us during the most challenging moments of their lives. We honor that trust with steadfast dedication, combining compassion, clear guidance, and tenacious advocacy. Standing with families affected by aviation accidents, we fight for justice, accountability, and meaningful improvements in safety across the industry.

Aviation accidents require unmatched legal experience. If you or a loved one have been injured due to negligence, contact Robb & Robb online or call (877) 749-4999 to explore your legal options.

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Unmatched Results in Aviation Accident Litigation Nationwide

Our firm’s outcomes have helped define the landscape of aviation accident litigation in the United States. We have obtained the two largest jury verdicts ever returned in helicopter crash cases, verdicts of $350 million and $116 million, as well as the highest aviation pretrial recovery on record for a single wrongful death and a single catastrophic injury, each resolved for $100 million.

We were honored to represent the family of NBA legend Kobe Bryant for his death in a helicopter crash.

From representing local families to those who have been nationally recognized, we approach every case with the same resolve and level of commitment. Our focus remains on accountability, meaningful recovery, and results that reflect the gravity of your losses.

Types of Aviation Cases We Handle

Our firm represents victims and families affected by accidents involving a wide range of private and non-commercial aircraft. These cases include crashes involving:

Personally owned airplanes
Business and corporate jets
Charter and on-demand flights
Air taxi services and Uber aircraft
Helicopters
Sightseeing and tour flights
Skydiving operations
Medical transport aircraft
Flight training activities
News gathering aircraft

Whether the flight was recreational, business-related, or operational in nature, we investigate how the aircraft was operated and maintained to identify all responsible parties.

The Complexities of Texas Aviation Crash Claims

Texas aviation accident cases involve far more than ordinary personal injury principles. These matters sit at the intersection of liability law, aviation safety standards, and highly technical factual analysis. Effective representation requires a working command of several complex legal frameworks.

Manufacturer Liability and the 18-Year Limitation

The law may limit claims against aircraft manufacturers once an aircraft or component reaches a certain age. However, liability can still arise when newer replacement parts are involved or when maintenance and inspection failures contribute to a crash. We examine service histories and component records closely to identify viable claims.

Texas Responsibility Laws

Texas law holds aircraft owners, operators, and employers accountable for the conduct of pilots and maintenance personnel under specific circumstances. Determining who bears legal responsibility requires a detailed review of ownership, control, and operational authority.

Aviation Safety Standards

Private and charter operators are subject to different safety standards depending on how a flight is conducted. We analyze whether pilots, operators, and maintenance providers complied with applicable safety standards for governing private and on-demand operations.

Private Aviation Risk Compared to Commercial Air Travel

Commercial airlines operating in the U.S. have more layered oversight, standardized training, and redundant systems. Private and general aviation, however, continues to carry a disproportionately higher level of risk.

Texas has one of the highest concentrations of general private aviation activity in the country, with thousands of private pilots and well over a thousand public and private landing facilities.

As a result, accident statistics consistently show:

A disproportionate number of incidents. The overwhelming majority of aviation accidents each year involve private or general aviation aircraft, rather than those of scheduled airlines, according to National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) statistics.
Consistent loss of life. While fatal airline accidents are rare, private aviation continues to experience hundreds of fatalities nationwide annually.
Structural safety differences. Many private flights operate with a single pilot, limited onboard safety redundancies, and less frequent review of safety standards than commercial carriers.
Regional risk factors. In Texas, sudden weather shifts, high temperatures, and long distances between airports frequently contribute to power loss and spatial disorientation incidents, according to recent investigative data.

Identifying What Went Wrong

Aviation accidents are rarely caused by a single mistake.

Our investigations focus on uncovering every contributing factor that may have played a role, including:

Aircraft and component failures, such as malfunctioning engine parts or fuel system defects
Instrument and navigation issues that impair pilot awareness or control
Operational decision-making, including pressure placed on pilots to fly despite unsafe conditions
Maintenance lapses involving incomplete inspections, improper repairs, or ignored service bulletins

By examining each potential failure point, we build a comprehensive picture of how and why a crash occurred.

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Robb & Robb in the News

Many cases handled successfully by the Firm’s attorneys have received national and international media attention, including featured stories and broadcasts on ABC News, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, the CBS Evening News, BBC, Good Morning America, NBC’s Today Show, CBS This Morning, U.S. News & World Report, CNN.com, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The National Law Journal, Lawyers Weekly USA, BNA Reporter, Law 360, Business Insider, The Missouri Lawyers Weekly, and The Kansas City Star, the Miami Herald, Las Vegas Review – Journal, as well as numerous news platforms posted and televised around the world.

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Act Promptly to Protect Your Legal Rights

Depending on the circumstances, victims and surviving families may pursue compensation for medical expenses, future care and rehabilitation, lost income and earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of companionship or support.

In wrongful death cases, recovery may also include funeral and burial costs and long-term financial losses resulting from the death of a loved one. Our firm evaluates both immediate and future impacts to pursue compensation that reflects the full scope of the harm suffered.

Texas law imposes a two-year deadline for filing claims related to serious injury or wrongful death. Government investigations often take years to conclude, but critical evidence may disappear long before final findings are issued.

Early legal involvement is essential to preserving claims, securing evidence, and protecting your interests from the outset.

Request your free initial consultation with a Texas airplane crash attorney by contacting us online or at (877) 749-4999 today.

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Unsurpassed Record of Success

We have secured over $2 billion in verdicts and settlements, becoming aviation’s most influential safety advocate. Our record includes the two highest U.S. helicopter crash jury verdicts—$350 million and $116 million—and we are the only firm to recover $100 million or more for a single aviation death or injury in five separate jurisdictions nationwide.
Family Led, Nationally Recognized

Led by two generations of one family – husband and wife Founding Partners Gary C. Robb and Anita Porte Robb, their son and Partner Andrew C. Robb along with his wife, Partner Brittany Sanders Robb, this law firm is nationally recognized as the leader in aviation litigation. Guided by integrity, courage, and accountability, they have become a moral force, driving modern aviation reform and safer skies nationwide.
Leading Authority in Aviation Law
With decades of focused aviation litigation experience, this firm brings unparalleled knowledge to the most complex cases. Founding Partner Gary C. Robb authored the authoritative text on helicopter law, and the firms’ attorneys are widely regarded as the foremost experts in the field. No law firm is better equipped to navigate the technical, regulatory, and legal challenges that aviation cases is demand.