• The European Commission stated that high jet fuel prices do not justify disregarding passenger rights; only fuel shortage exempts airlines from compensation.
  • In case of flight cancellation, passengers are entitled to a refund, re-routing, airport assistance, and compensation for last-minute cancellations.
  • The EC adopted guidelines for the EU transport and tourism sector amid global fuel supply disruptions due to the Middle East crisis.
  • Retroactive price increases of sold tickets through additional fees, such as fuel surcharges, are not allowed.
  • EASA issued a safety bulletin on fuel supply and the possibility of using Jet A fuel in Europe, which has a higher freezing point than the usual Jet A-1.

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