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Jetstar Hit with $2.25M Fine for Misleading Passengers

9/1/2025

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Jetstar faces a $2.25 million fine for misleading 98,000 passengers about compensation for flight disruptions.
Judge Gibson highlighted internal policy failures contributing to misleading practices, despite Jetstar's claims of staff retrenchment during COVID-19.
Consumer NZ's chief executive called for clearer communication of passenger rights and suggested amendments to the Civil Aviation Act.
Jetstar has refunded over $1 million, donated $860,000 to charity, and pledged to enhance customer communication.

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Jetstar faces a $2.25 million fine for misleading 98,000 passengers about compensation for flight disruptions.
Judge Gibson highlighted internal policy failures contributing to misleading practices, despite Jetstar's claims of staff retrenchment during COVID-19.
Consumer NZ's chief executive called for clearer communication of passenger rights and suggested amendments to the Civil Aviation Act.
Jetstar has refunded over $1 million, donated $860,000 to charity, and pledged to enhance customer communication.