International Aviation: Implications of Ratifying Montreal Aviation Protocol No. 3
RCED-91-45
Published: Dec 03, 1990. Publicly Released: Jan 04, 1991.
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Pursuant to a congressional request, GAO examined how a proposed Montreal Aviation Protocol and its supplemental compensation plan for victims of international aviation disasters could affect the timeliness, cost, and level of compensation.
Recommendations
Matter for Congressional Consideration
| Matter | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Because the current international agreements impose a heavy burden on American claimants trying to recover damages for international aviation accidents, the Senate may wish to ratify the protocol with the provision that the final version of the supplemental compensation plan conforms to Department of Transportation guidelines. |
Closed – Not Implemented
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The protocol continues to be considered by the full Senate. |
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