Originally Posted by
flyerCO
It's possible DL will never submit the actual transaction. Thus no need for a refund. Days the authorization remains pending is up to your bank. Nothing was taken out. Your bank is just holding that amount since they think DL will be sending a transaction through for that amount.
Although I'm sure OP has their reasons for using a debit card, this is also a great reason
not to use a debit card for things like this. With a credit card, your money is never tied up by pending authorizations.