Qazaq Air Faces Backlash After Passengers Denied Boarding in Zhezkazgan

Qazaq Air Passengers Denied Boarding in Zhezkazgan Incident: Passengers with tickets for a Qazaq Air flight from Zhezkazgan to Shymkent on June 6, 2025, were prevented from boarding due to an aircraft change. The smaller replacement plane lacked sufficient seating, leaving many passengers stranded without compensation or alternative travel arrangements. One passenger stated, "It's outrageous! We missed important meetings and suffered significant losses, and the airline offered nothing." The incident quickly spread on social media, highlighting similar past issues with the airline. Qazaq Air is expected to release an official statement and address the passengers' concerns. The incident raises questions about airline responsibility and passenger rights.