Special Drawing Rights: Meaning for Flight Refunds and

The IMF's Special Drawing Right, a changing unit used for certain international liability limits. Convert it using the relevant date; it is not a guaranteed payout.

Why it matters

SDR rates change. Use an official conversion for the relevant date, and don’t mistake a liability limit for a payout.

Compare the applicable rule with your ticket and the airline’s written notice. You can also browse other flight-claim terms.

This definition is a starting point. The rule and ticket terms for your flight still matter.

Special Drawing Rights: Meaning for Flight Refunds and Claims

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