What happened
An EU court adviser stated that civilian aircraft used for military pilot training could face export controls, requiring governments to justify restrictions.
What compliance teams should check
- Review export control policies for dual-use aircraft
- Assess compliance with EU export control guidance
- Update risk assessments for aviation sector exports
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An EU court adviser said civilian planes used to train military pilots could face export controls, but governments must explain the risks behind restrictions.Courthouse News Service, 24 Sep 2026, 17:36 UTC, courthousenews.com