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Understanding Regulation (EC) No 261/2004: Passenger Rights and Compensation in the European Common Aviation Area
Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 is a critical piece of legislation established by the European Parliament and the Council to protect air passengers’ rights in the European Common Aviation Area (ECAA). The regulation sets out common rules and minimum standards for financial compensation and assistance in the event of flight disruptions such as denied boarding, cancellations, long delays, and downgrades.
Scope of Regulation (EC) No 261/2004
The regulation applies to flights within and out of the ECAA, which includes 28 European Union (EU) member states and several associated countries.
The ECAA encompasses EU countries, as well as territories like Guadeloupe, French Guiana, Martinique, R