Originally Posted by
UKtravelbear
Am not sure insurance would cover it. The flight apparently operated and there were no travel restrictions at the time that I recall.
I think that would depend on your policy, but I suspect you are correct. The only argument, aside from a disinclination to travel, that one could make with the insurance would be a trip in vain, which may or may not be covered. But no reason for BA to refund.