Question : CALLOUS BEHAVIOUR OF AIRLINES



(a) whether complaints from passengers about the callous behaviour of several carriers are on the increase;

(b) if so, the main causes of complaints; and

(c) the steps taken for the satisfactory redressel of the complaints?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION(SHRI PRAFUL PATEL)

(a) to (c):- Complaints of scheduled domestic airlines have been received from passengers regarding missing/lost baggage,refund of tickets in case of delays/cancellations, denial of facilities like wheel chair, meals/snacks in case of delayed flights, etc.

These compalints have been taken up with the airlines for redressal.

All lthe airlines have been advised to display on their respective websites various facilities offered to the passengers, both in terms of free and chargeable, in a conspicuous manner so that passengers are aware of these before booking air tickets. Airlines also refund the tickets as per regulations issued by Directorate General of Civil Aviation.