AIRE Position Paper Energy Taxation Directive

The proposal for the revision of the Energy Taxation Directive (ETD) is based on the assumption of removing exemptions and harmonizing the taxation of energy products within the EU, with a particular focus on imposing an additional burden on fossil fuels.

ECJ Case law

CJEU rules: Original flight arrival time determines passenger compensation

On 30 October 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) published a ruling interpreting Articles 5(1)(c) and 7(1) of Regulation (EC) No 261/2004, which governs passenger compensation and assistance in cases

November 10, 2025

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The CJEU clarifies ‘extraordinary circumstances’ in case of lightning-struck aircraft

On 16 October, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) delivered a judgment in Case C‑399/24, AirHelp Germany GmbH v Austrian Airlines AG, clarifying the interpretation of the term “extraordinary circumstances” under Article 5(3) of Regulation (EC)

October 31, 2025

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ECJ Judgement – C-218/24: Pets as baggage: the Court clarifies carrier liability under the Montreal Convention

On 16 October 2025, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) delivered a preliminary ruling in Case C‑218/24, clarifying whether a pet transported in the hold of an aircraft can be legally classified as

October 20, 2025