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Old Oct 1, 2017, 12:48 pm
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This is all covered in the contract to which you agree. Don't like the terms then fly a carrier which does not intentionally overbook.

It is also clearly contemplated by law because EC 261/2004 expressly addresses the concept in the form of IDB compensation.

The difference between IDB and what OP is speaking of is the requirement that the carrier solicit volunteers first. There are many who are quite content and would leap at the chance to spend a few more days with some money in their pocket. There are others who are not.

Not sure what the outrage is about given that this arrangement puts two willing parties together where both get something they value out of it. Perhaps those who want an IDB-proof fare ought to be offered one, priced accordingly.
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