Air Travellers Assn. presses for Consumer Rights of Air Travellers, on March 15
March 15: Taking Consumer Awareness to billions of Air travellers across the globe, Air Travellers Association (ATA) on World Consumer Rights Day, marks its mission to ensure they receive fair treatment and respect from airlines and airports.
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The Challenges Faced by Air Travellers: – Exorbitant cancellation charges; Unreasonable fees for cancelling or rescheduling flights, leaving passengers with significant financial losses.
i) Denied boarding: Overbooking and denied boarding practices that strand passengers, causing inconvenience and distress.
ii) Lost or damaged luggage: careless handling of baggage, resulting in losses and frustration for travelers.
iii) Poor in-flight services: subpar food, inadequate seating, and insufficient amenities, making flights uncomfortable and unpleasant.
iv) Lack of transparency; insufficient information about flight schedules, delays, and cancellations, leaving passengers in the dark.
v) Exorbitant fares: unjustifiably high ticket prices, especially during peak travel seasons and events like the Mahakumbh, where fares skyrocketed, leaving devotees and travelers with little choice.
vi) Exploitative pricing during peak seasons*: Airlines taking advantage of high demand during festivals, holidays, and special events, charging passengers exorbitant fares that are not justified by the services provided.
ii) Lost or damaged luggage: careless handling of baggage, resulting in losses and frustration for travelers.
iii) Poor in-flight services: subpar food, inadequate seating, and insufficient amenities, making flights uncomfortable and unpleasant.
iv) Lack of transparency; insufficient information about flight schedules, delays, and cancellations, leaving passengers in the dark.
v) Exorbitant fares: unjustifiably high ticket prices, especially during peak travel seasons and events like the Mahakumbh, where fares skyrocketed, leaving devotees and travelers with little choice.
vi) Exploitative pricing during peak seasons*: Airlines taking advantage of high demand during festivals, holidays, and special events, charging passengers exorbitant fares that are not justified by the services provided.
ATA’s Commitment to Air Travellers
We advocate for:– Fair compensation, Reasonable refunds and compensation for flight-related issues.
a) Transparent policies: Clear and concise information about flight services, fees, and policies.
b) Improved in-flight services*: Better amenities, food, and overall travel experiences.
c) Accountable airlines*: Holding airlines responsible for their actions and ensuring they prioritize passenger welfare.
d) Regulatory oversight*: Strengthening regulatory frameworks to prevent airlines from exploiting passengers with exorbitant fares and fees.
Join the Movement
This World Consumer Rights Day, we urge you to join us in demanding better treatment and protection for air travellers. Together, we can create a more just and equitable aviation industry.
Get Involved
– Share your air travel experiences and concerns with us.
– Support our advocacy efforts and campaigns.
– Stay informed about your rights as an air traveller.
We advocate for:– Fair compensation, Reasonable refunds and compensation for flight-related issues.
a) Transparent policies: Clear and concise information about flight services, fees, and policies.
b) Improved in-flight services*: Better amenities, food, and overall travel experiences.
c) Accountable airlines*: Holding airlines responsible for their actions and ensuring they prioritize passenger welfare.
d) Regulatory oversight*: Strengthening regulatory frameworks to prevent airlines from exploiting passengers with exorbitant fares and fees.
Join the Movement
This World Consumer Rights Day, we urge you to join us in demanding better treatment and protection for air travellers. Together, we can create a more just and equitable aviation industry.
Get Involved
– Share your air travel experiences and concerns with us.
– Support our advocacy efforts and campaigns.
– Stay informed about your rights as an air traveller.
Let’s unite to make air travel safer, more comfortable, and more enjoyable for all !
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