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08/12/2016 Font: Anac
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The economic crisis we have been through has obviously affected airlines as well, with 15 consecutive months of downturns. It is no wonder that companies in the industry were anxiously awaiting this news: as reported by ANAC, the National Civil Aviation Agency, important changes can be approved next week with changes in the General Conditions of Transport.
Other important changes must also happen, among them the immediate payment of a fine in cases of lost baggage
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This can all help to hold back the market's shortfall, especially in what concerns the baggage allowances for domestic and international flights. Contrary to what happens now, when belongings can be loaded onto airplanes without the need to pay extra charges (one 23 kg for in-country travel and two 32 kg out), this review can make Airlines can charge for items dispatched by passengers.
Other important changes must also occur, including the immediate payment of a fine in cases of lost luggage and the non-need for payment of fees if a passage is withdrawn within 24 hours of the flight.
Advantages and disadvantages
All of these measures must be approved (or not) until next December 13 by the ANAC, but everything indicates that the body will authorize the end of free baggage allowances. According to experts, the move may not be detrimental to airline customers, since switching can create flexibility in service offerings, opening up space for low-cost flights, as in the United States, the European Union and other countries.
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