Originally Posted by
lucelib
One of the pilots cut his foot open (seriously) and they couldn't get us out for another two days. We did end up flying on the ticket, but arrived over 50 hours late. We fully intend on claiming under EC261. We've been proactively offered 40,000 miles, but I would prefer BA miles or cash. Sounds like BA miles aren't possible, so I will ask for cash. will I only get the 600 euros from EC261, or is there any chance we can get more?
have you looked at the value of AA miles? I would take that over 40,000 BA points
You may find that the offer of 40,000 miles will disappear once you ask for EUR600 - I suspect it will be an either/or
Based on price I pay for AA miles, I would rate them as worth about USD730 -