1. Scope and Applicability
1.1 These General Terms and Conditions (GTC) govern the provision of services by Skylift Aviation GmbH ("Skylift Aviation," "we," "us," or "our"), including but not limited to training courses, consulting services, and the publication of news articles on our website. By registering for a training course, using our consulting services, or accessing content on our website, you (the "Client" or "you") agree to these GTC.
 
1.2 These GTC apply to all current and future business relationships between Skylift Aviation and the Client unless otherwise agreed in writing.

1.3 General terms and conditions of the Client do not apply unless expressly accepted in writing by Skylift Aviation.

1.4 These GTC take precedence over any other terms, preprinted or handwritten, used on offers, invoices, or confirmations, unless expressly agreed otherwise.

1.5 Skylift Aviation reserves the right to amend these GTC with effect for the future. Amendments will be communicated via the Skylift Aviation website and/or email. Continued use of Skylift Aviation’s services after such changes constitutes acceptance.

1.6 For consumer transactions, mandatory provisions of consumer protection laws, such as the EU Consumer Rights Directive, take precedence over conflicting clauses in these GTC.

2. Training Courses
2.1 General Provisions
2.1.1 Skylift Aviation offers training courses ("Courses") and training materials ("Training Materials") via our website and Learning Management System (LMS). Courses may be delivered online, onsite, or in hybrid formats.

2.1.2 Skylift Aviation reserves the right to modify, discontinue, or cancel Courses at any time. Purchased Courses are accessible for a maximum of 365 days or until the expiration of the platform license, whichever occurs first.

2.1.3 Course content may be updated or revised for technical, regulatory, or educational reasons. Skylift Aviation reserves the right to replace instructors with equally qualified personnel if necessary.

2.2 Fees and Payment
2.2.1 Course fees ("Fees") are listed on the Skylift Aviation website and must be paid in advance. Skylift Aviation reserves the right to adjust Fees without prior notice. Fees do not include applicable taxes, travel expenses, or other associated costs unless explicitly stated.

2.2.2 Payments must be made in Euros. Clients are responsible for any currency conversion or banking fees.

2.2.3 Skylift Aviation may require partial or advance payments, as specified in the contractual agreement.

2.3 Cancellation and Refunds
2.3.1 Skylift Aviation may cancel a Course at any time with prior notice. In such cases, Clients are entitled to a full refund of Fees paid for the canceled Course.

2.3.2 Clients may cancel their participation in a Course up to 14 days before the start date in writing without incurring any charges. For cancellations made later, the following charges apply: a. Between 14 and 8 calendar days before the start date: 50% of the Course Fee. b. Less than 7 calendar days before the start date: 100% of the Course Fee.

2.3.3 Clients may nominate replacement participants at no additional cost.

2.4 Licensing of Training Materials
2.4.1 Clients are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use Training Materials for personal use during the Course duration. No additional rights are granted.

2.4.2 Clients are prohibited from copying, reproducing, or distributing Training Materials without prior written consent from Skylift Aviation. Access codes must only be used by registered participants.

3. Consulting Services
3.1 Scope of Services
3.1.1 Skylift Aviation provides consulting services tailored to the needs of aviation businesses. The scope and terms of such services will be outlined in a separate agreement.

3.1.2 All consulting deliverables remain, unless otherwise agreed in writing, the intellectual property of Skylift Aviation.

3.1.3 Skylift Aviation reserves the right to subcontract services to third parties (e.g., contractors, freelancers) without requiring the Client’s consent.

3.2 Fees and Payment
3.2.1 Consulting fees are based on an agreed hourly or project rate and will be specified in a written proposal or agreement.

3.2.2 Payments are due upon receipt of the invoice unless otherwise specified. Late payments may incur additional charges.

3.2.3 Travel and incidental expenses incurred for consulting services provided outside Skylift Aviation’s premises will be billed to the Client based on actual costs.

4. Intellectual Property
4.1 All Training Materials, consulting deliverables, and content published on the Skylift Aviation website are protected by copyright laws. Skylift Aviation retains all rights unless otherwise agreed in writing.

4.2 Redistribution, reproduction, or modification of copyrighted materials without prior consent is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.

4.3 The Client is responsible for ensuring that all materials provided for collaboration comply with intellectual property laws and have the necessary usage rights.

5. Limitation of Liability
5.1 Skylift Aviation provides its services and materials "as is" without any express or implied warranties. Skylift Aviation does not guarantee approval or applicability of its Courses by regulatory authorities.

5.2 Skylift Aviation is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. Liability is limited to the amount of Fees paid by the Client for the specific service or Course giving rise to the claim.

5.3 Warranty claims under this agreement expire one month after the service delivery or material provision.

6. Privacy and Data Protection
6.1 Skylift Aviation’s handling of personal data is governed by its Privacy Policy, which is available on the Skylift Aviation website. By using Skylift Aviation’s services, Clients consent to the collection and use of their data as outlined in the Privacy Policy.

6.2 Clients have rights under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including access, rectification, and erasure of their data.

7. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
7.1 These GTC are governed by Austrian law. For consumer transactions, mandatory provisions of the consumer’s residence country’s law take precedence.

7.2 Any disputes arising from these GTC will be resolved by the courts of Vienna, Austria. For consumers, jurisdiction is governed by EU regulations on consumer protection.

8. Final Provisions
8.1 Amendments to these GTC or agreements deviating from them must be made in writing to be valid.

8.2 If any provision of these GTC is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions remain in full force and effect.

8.3 These GTC, together with any applicable agreements, constitute the entire agreement between Skylift Aviation and the Client.

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