Jae Woon LeeView profile
Associate Professor
Dr. Jae Woon Lee serves as Associate Professor at the Faculty of Law, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, where he has established himself as an internationally renowned aviation law expert since 2004. His current leadership roles include 3rd Vice-Chairperson of the ICAO Legal Committee (2024-2028) and membership in the ICAO Secretariat Study Group on Legal Issues related to Pilotless Aircraft. His academic credentials include: PhD from National University of Singapore LLM from McGill University, Institute of Air and Space Law Master of Air Transport from Korea Aerospace University LLB from Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Prof. Lee's research centers on Aviation Law, Aviation Policy, Competition Law, and Public International Law, with particular focus on regulatory challenges in international air transport. His scholarship addresses critical issues including airline alliances, passenger rights frameworks, and the impact of global crises on aviation governance. His work consistently advocates for modernized legal approaches to emerging technologies like unmanned aircraft systems and sustainable aviation solutions, emphasizing the tension between national sovereignty and global regulatory harmonization. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a dominant focus on competition law within aviation contexts, with recurring themes of regional integration (particularly in Asia), airline mergers/subsidies, and post-pandemic industry restructuring. His interdisciplinary scholarship spans top law journals (Journal of International Economic Law, Air & Space Law) and transport policy publications (Journal of Air Transport Management), demonstrating consistent engagement with both theoretical frameworks and practical industry challenges across 15+ jurisdictions. No scientific awards are documented in the provided information. Prof. Lee secured General Research Fund (GRF) support for his 2022-2024 research on state ownership of airlines. His consultancy portfolio includes significant engagements with the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, International Air Transport Association, and Hong Kong Competition Commission, where he provides expert guidance on complex regulatory matters. His extensive industry experience includes seven years in airline legal affairs and advisory roles for the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs.