Alireza Alivandivafa - FAA Regulatory Compliance & Investigations - Mediation & Arbitration Services

Mediation & Arbitration for Aviation Enforcement, Compliance & Certificate Actions

Resolve FAA-related disputes with legal precision and aviation fluency.

Whether facing an FAA investigation, navigating a certificate enforcement action, or resolving compliance violations, aviation stakeholders need a neutral who understands both the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and the real-world operations behind them.

Alireza Alivandivafa is a seasoned mediator, arbitrator, and FAA-licensed private pilot with over 17 years of legal experience. He offers a rare combination of regulatory insight and aviation fluency to help resolve complex FAA-related disputes with discretion, neutrality, and technical accuracy.

Why ADR for FAA Compliance Disputes?

• Confidentiality – Resolve sensitive regulatory and safety-related matters without triggering public scrutiny

• Efficiency – Avoid protracted administrative hearings or litigation

• Regulatory Insight – Work with a neutral who understands the FAA’s compliance and enforcement priorities

• Preserve Operations – Find creative solutions that protect pilot certificates, business operations, and reputations

Who Alireza Works With

For Pilots & Certificate Holders:

Facing an FAA investigation or certificate action can threaten your career and livelihood. Alireza brings procedural clarity and emotional steadiness to help resolve disputes involving:

• Certificate suspension or revocation

• Alleged FAR violations (e.g., careless/reckless ops, airspace incursions)

• Emergency orders

• Reexamination (“709”) notices

For Operators, Charter Companies & Flight Schools:

Alireza helps aviation businesses resolve compliance issues discreetly and proactively, including:

• Part 135 operational control and “illegal charter” allegations

• Training and recordkeeping violations

• SMS and safety reporting compliance

• FAA audits and ramp checks

• Enforcement actions against corporate entities

• Types of FAA Compliance Matters Mediated

• Certificate enforcement (Part 61, 91, 135, 141)

• Operational control disputes (dry lease vs. charter)

• FAR violations (e.g., §91.13, §135.25, §119.5(g))

• 709 reexaminations and compliance re-training

• ADS-B, MEL, or equipment-related compliance issues

• Safety violations or incident/accident investigations

• Charter operations flagged as illegal commercial flights

What Counsel and Aviation Professionals Need to Know

Understanding the FAA’s Enforcement Structure

• Legal interpretations of FARs vs. compliance program philosophy

• Distinctions between administrative action, legal enforcement, and reexamination

• The role of ASIs, FSDOs, regional counsel, and the NTSB

➡ Why it matters: Whether you’re protecting a pilot’s certificate or defending your operation’s compliance record, you need a neutral who can parse technical claims and FAA priorities without bias.

Strategic Resolution Pathways

• Negotiating with FAA counsel or inspectors

• Avoiding certificate revocation through mediated compliance plans

• Addressing violations in safety management systems (SMS)

• Structuring voluntary disclosure and mitigation agreements

➡ Why it matters: Resolution isn’t just about “winning”—it’s about protecting your license, your brand, and your ability to fly or operate safely and legally.

Meet Your Neutral: Alireza Alivandivafa

• FAA-certified private pilot

• 17+ years of experience in litigation and alternative dispute resolution

• Panel Mediator & Arbitrator – AAA, Resolve Law LA, Central District of California, LASC MVP

• Trusted by aviation professionals, insurers, and legal teams nationwide

• Fluent in English, French, and German

Mediation & Arbitration Logistics

• Remote sessions available across the U.S. for pilots, operators & counsel

• In-person ADR offered in San Diego, Los Angeles, and by request

• Secure file sharing for FAA records, incident reports, and logbooks

Locations Served

Alireza offers remote and in-person sessions throughout:

• Los Angeles

• San Diego

• San Francisco Bay Area

• Statewide California

• Nationwide (via Zoom or hybrid)

Ready to Resolve Your FAA Matter?

Whether you're facing a certificate threat, operational suspension, or regulatory investigation, Alireza offers the clarity, control, and aviation-specific expertise to resolve your FAA compliance matter efficiently and discreetly.

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