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Europe Can’t Afford the European Parliament’s Gold-Plated Wish-List for EU261

The European Parliament showed its hand regarding the long-awaited reforms to EU261 passenger rights regulation—and it’s a misguided wish-list. Almost every element of the proposal adds protections, complications, and costs. Costs that Europe cannot afford.

16.10.2025

Ten Years of ICAO’s Core Principles on Consumer Protection

A strengthened and supported ICAO Core Principles on Consumer Protection will ensure that on the rare occasion things go wrong, passengers get the right and proportionate support.

10.09.2025

Navigating Turbulent Skies with Certainty

Airlines use real-time data and AI tools to manage turbulence through the Turbulence Aware program, aiming to improve safety and ensure more comfortable flights.

18.08.2025