Flight delays and cancellations happen more frequently than you think, with about 1000 cancelled flights recorded daily in the UK. This causes great inconvenience to passengers and there are now agencies like Flightright working to ensure that passengers get compensated by airlines for these disruptions. The EU 261/2004 regulation protects the rights of passengers in situations like this. In this article, we have highlighted some frequently asked questions about flight delays and cancellations.