European Union member states have agreed to preserve existing compensation rights for airline passengers, maintaining the current rule that allows travelers to claim compensation when flights are delayed by more than three hours.
The decision marks a significant victory for consumer advocates who opposed earlier proposals to increase the delay threshold before compensation becomes available.
The agreement forms part of a broader package of passenger rights reforms that will now be reviewed by the European Parliament.
Discussions over the rules have continued for more than a decade, reflecting competing priorities between airlines seeking greater operational flexibility and consumer groups pushing to preserve strong traveler protections.
Member states also endorsed measures aimed at improving transparency around airline pricing.
Supporters argue the change would make it easier for consumers to compare fares across different airlines.
Other existing passenger protections would remain intact, including rules ensuring that children can sit near accompanying adults without additional charges and provisions requiring airlines to provide assistance when travelers miss connecting flights.
The proposals now move to the next stage of the EU legislative process, where lawmakers will debate their final form before any changes take effect.
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