Originally Posted by
davetravels
Isn't there some sort of a clause that states that if a plane has to be downsized due to mechanical reasons, no compensation is due, although they usually do give some to smooth over the customers? What am I thinking of?
Nope. When it comes to IDB, the only exception that I'm aware of, is if they can get you to final destination within X hours of scheduled arrival. Otherwise IDB is an IDB regardless of if it's caused by Wx, or maintenance, or ...