Protection of Businesses Act, 1978
R 385
Carriage by Air Act, 1946 (Act No. 17 of 1946)ScheduleConvention for the Unification of Certain Rules for International Carriage By AirChapter III : Liability of the carrier and extent of compensation for damageArticle 28 : Advance payments |
In the case of aircraft accidents resulting in death or injury of passengers, the carrier shall, if required by its national law, make advance payments without delay to a natural person or persons who are entitled to claim compensation in order to meet the immediate economic needs or such persons. Such advance payments shall not constitute a recognition of liability and may be offset against any amounts subsequently paid as damages by the carrier.
