Pets aren't passengers, EU top court finds
The CJEU ruled that lightning strikes can be extraordinary circumstances limiting airline liability for delays, with airlines needing to prove reasonable measures were taken. In a separate case, the court determined that pets transported in the hold are considered baggage under the Montreal Convention, with compensation limited accordingly unless a special declaration of interest was made.
The CJEU ruled that lightning strikes can be extraordinary circumstances limiting airline liability for delays, with airlines needing to prove reasonable measures were taken. In a separate case, the court determined that pets transported in the hold are considered baggage under the Montreal Convention, with compensation limited accordingly unless a special declaration of interest was made.
