Practice question
Under Montreal Article 19, which proof can establish the carrier's stated defense to delay damages?
- A statement that all delays are automatically excused.
- Proof merely that a ticket was sold.
- Proof that no passenger complained publicly.
- Proof that the carrier and its servants and agents took all reasonably required measures to avoid the damage, or that taking such measures was impossible.
- Proof only that the airline prefers not to pay.
Legal references
- Montreal Convention (1999), Articles 17, 19–22, treaty text reproduced in Schedule VI, https://lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-26/page-7.html?wbdisable=true
- ICAO, Montreal Convention administrative package, 2024 revised limits effective 28 December 2024, https://www.icao.int/sites/default/files/secretariat/legal/Administrative%20Packages/mtl99_en.pdf
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