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EU Maintains Passenger Compensation Rights for Flight Delays
The European Union has decided to preserve its current airline passenger compensation system following years of discussions over potential reforms. Members of the European Parliament agreed to support a proposal from EU member states to maintain the existing three-hour delay threshold required for compensation claims. Under the rules that have been in force since 2004, passengers arriving at their destination…
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EU Moves to Secure Jet Fuel Supply
The European Union is preparing a new plan to address jet fuel supply risks amid geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and their impact on global energy markets. The plan is expected to be announced on April 22 and will focus on improving the efficient use of Europe’s refinery capacity while safeguarding existing production infrastructure through a continent-wide coordination and…
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EU Court Rules on Pet Transportation
The EU Court has ruled that pets are legally considered luggage during air travel. According to the decision, in the event of a pet’s loss, injury, or death, the airline is liable up to the international baggage compensation limit of approximately $2,179. The ruling stems from a 2019 case in which a Spanish passenger lost their pet during a flight.…
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