AL HB330

Establishes a 2-year statute of limitations for all civil actions against commercial aviation aircraft manufacturers, with the limitations period running from when a cause of action accrues.

Creates a 10-year statute of repose barring actions against manufacturers after 10 years from aircraft delivery to first purchaser or from replacement/addition of component parts, with a savings clause allowing actions filed within 2 years of accrual even if filed beyond the 10-year period.

Applies Alabama's forum non conveniens doctrine to claims arising from accidents outside the state, but gives deference to claimant's forum choice only if the claimant is an Alabama resident, and allows immediate appeal of orders denying forum non conveniens motions to dismiss.

Preserves plaintiffs' right to recover jointly and severally from liable defendants while allowing defendants to seek contribution from joint tortfeasors based on comparative responsibility percentages determined by jury or court.

Applies only to commercial aviation aircraft with seating capacity of 100 or more passengers at time of Federal Aviation Administration certification, and becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval.