That really would stink! $500 does seem a small compensation for them. Maybe $500 and upgrade coupons would be good. My dad flew into CRP last night, and he said there was a flight to Pensacola (?) where they were offering $500 vouchers, 2 upgrade coupons, night in IAH, and meal coupons! But honestly $500 and upgrade coupons for a CO express flight, and only $500 to Tel Aviv!!