26In that regard, it suffices to state that Regulation No 261/2004, as is clear from recitals 1 and 2 in the preamble thereto, aims to ensure a high level of protection for passengers (see judgments in IATA and ELFAA, C‑344/04, EU:C:2006:10, paragraph 69, and Emirates Airlines, C‑173/07, EU:C:2008:400, paragraph 35).
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