Originally Posted by
wrp96
EC261/UK261 requires 75% of the fare for a downgrade and it does apply to mileage awards. Just put in a claim for EC261 compensation for the downgrade after you've flown.
Does this apply if I am an American citizen? Help with how to put a claim in for this with AA would be appreciated (i.e. a link; newbie question, my apologies).
EDIT: Looks like it does apply to me as an American, even flying on an American carrier, as this flight originates in LHR. I take it that the content in this article regarding EC261 is relable:
https://thepointsguy.com/guide/guide...-compensation/