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16 June
Officials hailed the agreement as a landmark achievement for air passenger rights in the EU.
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The European Council and the European Parliament recently finalized a significant legislative agreement aimed at enhancing passenger rights in air travel, marking the first major update in two decades. This landmark deal addresses compensation for flight delays and the rules governing cabin baggage, eliminating fees for carry-on luggage on flights within the European Union. The agreement is part of a broader effort to strengthen consumer protections in the aviation sector.
European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism, Apostolos Tzitzikostas, emphasized the importance of this agreement, highlighting its role in reinforcing passenger rights for the first time in 20 years. The finalization of this deal, which involved negotiations over a decade, was confirmed by EU ambassadors under the Cypriot presidency. The new regulations aim to provide clearer guidelines for airlines regarding compensation and baggage policies, ultimately benefiting passengers traveling within EU member states.
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