Europe News
MEPs back three-hour deadline for delayed flight compensation
Members of the European Parliament have backed a text to enhance passenger rights after more than a decade's wait. With some airlines arguing it could put them out of business, the decision now needs to be endorsed by EU countries.
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Europe News
EU lawmakers fail to agree on new air passengers' rights law
European Union co-legislators have proven unable to settle on a compromise text that has been on hold for more than a decade. The law was intended to enhance passenger rights, but airlines argue it could put them out of business.
Travel News
Venezuela withdraws permits from 6 airlines for cancelling flights
The Maduro government has revoked the operating permits of Iberia, TAP, Avianca, Latam Colombia, Turkish Airlines and Gol after a 48-hour ultimatum expired. The airlines had suspended their routes following the US warning about the risks in the airspace.
Business
Britain's IAG joins European carriers in bidding for Portugal's TAP
Air France–KLM and Lufthansa have emerged as leading contenders to buy Portugal’s TAP. IAG — the owner of British Airways and Iberia — has also expressed interest as the government prepares the national carrier for privatisation.
