Airlines could be forced to pay compensation for delayed or cancelled flights

Australian Transport Minister Catherine King speaks to the media during the release of the Aviation White Paper at Parliament House, in Canberra, Monday, August 26, 2024. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / LUKAS COCH/AAPIMAGE

Australian airline passengers could receive compensation for delayed or cancelled flights, under new reforms. The government plans to set up an Aviation Industry Scheme with an independent ombudsman and a Charter of Customer Rights.

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