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EU Approves Major Aviation Reform to Ease Passenger Fees and Improve Rights by 2027
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First reported by Mako · 4 hours ago
What happened
The European Union has passed a major aviation reform effective mid-2027 that eliminates fees for small carry-on bags and name corrections, ensures children sit with parents free of charge, and improves passenger rights and compensation transparency for EU-based airlines.
- 01EU aviation reform starts mid-2027, easing travel for passengers on EU-based airlines.
- 02No fees allowed for carry-on bags up to 40x30x15 cm and 7 kg plus a personal item.
- 03Name corrections on boarding passes will be free, replacing fees up to 750 shekels.
- 04Passengers missing outbound flights can still board return flights, ending automatic cancellations.
- 05Children under 14 must sit next to parents free; pregnant and disabled passengers get free companion seats.
- 06Airlines must show all fees upfront; compensation claims have clearer timelines and entitlements.
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