Responsibility of Airlines Company to the Passenger After The Ratification of the Montreal Convention 1999 by Indonesia

Abstract

Aviation is a strategic business owned by a country, whether managed by a state company or a private company. In Indonesia, airplanes are the most important transportation. It is said to be able to connect every city, province, and inter-island very quickly compared to land and sea transportation. The importance of air transportation must be accompanied by regulations that guarantee the safety and security of airlines and passengers who are users of air transportation services. The security and safety are regulated through national and international rules which must be followed by every airline and passenger for the creation of good aviation business. The main problem in the aviation business is aircraft accidents which result in aircraft destruction and death to all passengers and crew members. This cannot be avoided because the cause of the accident could be from aircraft engine damage, weather, or error from the pilot. This aircraft accident not only damage airlines that have planes worth billions of rupiah but can damage passengers and heirs. Due to the risks involved in the aviation business. Although it is said that air transportation is very safe because the technology used by aircraft is the latest, accidents can not be avoided if it occurs.