Originally Posted by
eng3
UK261 prob doesnt apply here, but that's another variable. If I'm trying to get 261 compensation, does trying to get hotel reimbursement factor into it? Will they just lump it all together and say the $1000ETC will cover everything?
As for the taxi, the taxi driver insisted on credit card payment. After payment, they were told the receipt would be emailed, but nothing was received.
The UK.261 duty of care and jackpot provisions are separate. The duty of care provision always applies, so UA is on the hook for costs that they incur as part of the delay whether the delay was extraordinary or not. The jackpot provision -- which is where the $1000 ETC comes from -- is separate, only applies for delays that are not extraordinary, and is intended as compensation for the time and inconvenience. Even in case where the £520 jackpot would apply, the carrier still has a separate duty of care provision.
UA may not require receipts for a $70 taxi fare, or may be willing to accept a credit card statement.