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Recent Rulings by the Court of Justice of the European Union in Cases C-474/22 (Laudamotion - Decision not to take a delayed flight) and C-54/23 (Laudamotion and Ryanair): The Court has clarified that passengers who opted not to board a flight experiencing a considerable delay or those who purchased tickets for alternative flights and reached their destination with a delay of less than three hours, are not eligible for fixed compensation. A well-reasoned decision that strikes a balance between protecting passenger rights and acknowledging the practicalities of air travel operations. #aviation #airlines #passengerrights #ec261 #flightdelay #flightcancellation #flightcompensation #aviationlaw #airlaw

New decision from the Court of Justice of the European Union in the cases C-474/22 | Laudamotion (Decision not to take a delayed flight) and C-54/23| Laudamotion and Ryanair. The Court held that passengers who did not present themselves for boarding for a flight which arrived with a long delay or who purchased a ticket for an alternative flight and arrived at the destination with a delay of less than three hours are not entitled to fixed compensation. In such circumstances, damage consisting in a loss of time cannot be established. #aviation #airlines #passengerrights #ec261 #flightdelay #flightcancellation #flightcompensation #aviationlaw #airlaw

📢 Can passengers receive compensation under Regulation 261/2004 in scenarios governed by the 1999 Montreal Convention?   🔍In our April 2024 newsletter, our colleagues José Antonio Romero Lara and Silvia Frade Sosa explore the scope of application and compensation framework outlined in the Montreal Convention, highlighting practical discrepancies that arise when the provisions of Regulation (EC) 261/20043 are improperly applied in Spain to aviation incidents governed by the Montreal Convention.    Check out the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/dbPvcXJ6 ✈️🌐   #Aviation #Regulation261 #MontrealConvention #PassengersRights #PionAirLaw

The current proposed compromises on Single European Sky (SES) fall far short of what passengers and the environment deserve and what airlines expect. Ahead of a "trilogue" negotiation amongst the three main EU institutions tomorrow, A4E has analysed what is needed to deliver an effective SES and how far we will fall short if the current compromises are passed. You can also read our short statement ahead of the negotiations here: https://lnkd.in/eDk5g4ZC #ses #airspace #reform #singleeuropeansky

Latest News Flying more circuitous routes increases flight times and fuel expenses for airlines, and complicates schedules that depend on aircraft being in the right place at the right time

The European Union and individual governments are making – or avoiding – big decisions that critically impact European air transport. But increasingly, aviation stakeholders are questioning whether those decisions are good policy, or just pragmatic politics, writes Tony Harrington for the latest edition of Airside. Tap the link below to read his analysis of the European aviation market 👇

Just copy of the abstract of my recent article on the 2023 reform of the Argentine Aviation Code (L.17285/67). Highly controversial from the constitutional and legal points of view, more details to come #aviation #code #aviationlaw #lawofthesea #overflight #reform

Aviation industry is more to be consolidated and merged in the next decade. I think we will see more acquisition and merge as well as strengthening partnerships through JVs or forming new groups to grant new market access and sustain the growth. Further, lack of af airport infrastructure to accommodate the growth will push regulators to moves towards commercialization and privatization to attract private sector, however; this depends both on government objectives and the requirements to protect national interests and build their national champions globally as new players in the international market. Otherwise, the existing international operators will advantage from many opportunities that will lead to monopoly in the airport industry internationally. Finally, it is all about striking the right balance between the supply and demand and how governments/ regulators build a solid economic regulations to allow liberalization, encourage international partnerships through alliances, sister agreements or JVs and attract investments in order to bring competition, improve service levels and protect national champions to maximize GDP and achieve sustainability and success.

A glimpse into our recent successful defences! Our international team continues to deliver strategic defences for airlines facing EU261 passenger claims. From airport closures due to unexpected events to Air Traffic Control disruptions. Each case has its unique challenges, and this week, we highlight three successes that underscore our commitment to securing favourable outcomes for airlines. #oraclesolicitors #successfuldefences #aviationlaw #passengerrights #flightdelay #flightcompensation #airtrafficcontrol #eurocontrol

After two decades, the #EU has reached a provisional agreement on reforming its air traffic network through the Single European Sky initiative, aiming to cut carbon emissions by 10%. This effort seeks to enhance Europe's airspace capacity, reduce navigation costs, and mitigate aviation's environmental impact. Despite the optimism from air navigation service providers, the #airline industry fears the reforms may fall short. The agreement introduces binding targets for more efficient and eco-friendly flights, with an advisory board overseeing implementation. However, airline representatives express concerns over the reform's scope and enforcement, signaling ongoing debates on achieving a seamless European sky that benefits all stakeholders. 📑 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eRtSTDHk