Flight passengers with delayed arrivals have the option to utilize a return ticket.
In a recent development, State Duma deputy Mikhail Matveev has proposed a ban on non-refundable airline tickets in Russia. The proposal was made on May 24th, 2022.
This new proposal does not supersede or replace any existing rules or regulations in Russia's airline industry. It is important to note that the ban on non-refundable tickets is a separate proposal and is not related to the Russian woman who filed a lawsuit against "Pobeda" due to a flight delay and not receiving a hot meal.
According to Matveev, the ban on non-refundable tickets could ensure an adequate number of tickets for citizens. He believes that airlines could resell the same seat if non-refundable tickets are banned, potentially increasing company revenues.
In a related development, starting from September 1st, 2022, biometrics will be allowed for purchasing and boarding tickets for long-distance trains in Russia. This rule does not affect the proposed ban on non-refundable tickets.
Previously, if a passenger missed their flight with a round-trip ticket, the entire booking could be canceled. However, starting from September 1st, 2022, Russian airlines allow passengers to use their return ticket if they miss their flight, with no additional fees for tardiness. This rule also does not affect the proposed ban on non-refundable tickets.
It is important to clarify that the proposed ban on non-refundable tickets does not affect the current rule that states passengers will only need to cover the actual expenses of the airline in such cases. This means that if a passenger misses a flight, they will not be charged additional fees for the missed flight, but they will still need to pay for any costs incurred by the airline due to their absence.
The proposed ban on non-refundable tickets is not yet implemented, and it is unclear how it will impact the previous rule that if a passenger missed their flight with a round-trip ticket, the entire booking could be canceled. The rules regarding the ban on non-refundable tickets will be in effect until September 1, 2031.
It is worth noting that the airline introducing new regulations for missed flights starting September 1, 2023, is not explicitly named in the provided search results. This means that more information about the specific airline and the details of the new regulations will be revealed closer to the implementation date.
In conclusion, Matveev's proposal to ban non-refundable airline tickets in Russia is a significant development in the airline industry. While the details of the proposal and its potential impact are still uncertain, it is clear that the proposal does not affect the rule that biometrics will be allowed for purchasing and boarding tickets for long-distance trains in Russia starting from September 1st, 2022. The rules regarding the ban on non-refundable tickets will be in effect until September 1, 2031.
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