Finding it unclear from this old thread, given the morality debate, whether it was common knowledge that BA already allow this (but not at LHR). I certainly didn't know about it, but here it is:
Originally Posted by BA
- We have implemented a new feature to our airport check in kiosks. If you are checking in for a British Airways flight at a kiosk, you will be offered the opportunity to be re-booked and checked in for an earlier flight.
- This option is available to you providing the flight is open for check in, there are seats available on the earlier flight and you are travelling on an eligible ticket.
- This feature is now available on all of our kiosks except those at London Heathrow.
from
https://www.britishairways.com/trave...blic/_gf/en_gb
Last edited by dsf; Oct 13, 2006 at 10:48 am
Reason: reason for finding it unclear