EU transport ministers have reached a political agreement “on the revision of air passenger rights and on airline liability.” As part of the agreement reached after 12 years of negotiations, EU countries have agreed to extend the waiting period before passengers can claim compensation for delayed flights. The EU Council’s position will now move to the European Parliament for a second reading. The Parliament will then have the opportunity to approve, amend, or reject the proposal.

Lufthansa

IATA/ICAO Code

LH/DLH

Airline Type

Full Service Carrier

Hub(s)

Frankfurt Airport , Munich Airport

Year Founded

1953

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The proposed framework has faced criticism from both politicians and Europe's largest airline association. The Lithuanian government has opposed the EU’s prop

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