BA2673 LCA-LGW Cancelled Help Please
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BA's systems are not that well connected. If a passenger sorts out their own hotel and it's under 200 per room (with 2 people per room) then it will get paid. It may take a few weeks. However clearly if you take the arranged hotel then it's one less thing to worry about and usually a buffet supper will be put on, which also saves on receipts. The other small advantage is that if there are further changes then being at the "official" hotel means you may be able to get check-out and what not sorted out. Given the generally high standards of hotels around Larnaca I wouldn't be too concerned.
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What has happened here is that this morning's BA673 had a mechanical problem and was originally delayed to 15:00, then 20:30.
Then BA2673 was cancelled and passengers rebooked to BA673 as many of those original passengers had rebooked.
Then BA673 was further delayed and is now showing an estimated departure of tomorrow (July 3rd) at 17:00.
I honestly don’t think BA has a clue when the aircraft will complete repairs and it may well complete earlier than tne current estimate but if I were booked on it, I would be activating the “at your earliest convenience” part of EU261 and rebooking to whatever currently looks like it is operating.
Edit: BA2673 cancellation code is FCRW, Flight Crew, but what is W ?
Edit: BA665 tomorrow at 14:55 still has some space.
Then BA2673 was cancelled and passengers rebooked to BA673 as many of those original passengers had rebooked.
Then BA673 was further delayed and is now showing an estimated departure of tomorrow (July 3rd) at 17:00.
I honestly don’t think BA has a clue when the aircraft will complete repairs and it may well complete earlier than tne current estimate but if I were booked on it, I would be activating the “at your earliest convenience” part of EU261 and rebooking to whatever currently looks like it is operating.
Edit: BA2673 cancellation code is FCRW, Flight Crew, but what is W ?
Edit: BA665 tomorrow at 14:55 still has some space.
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If BA has agreed to arrange hotel, shuttle bus and presumably meals as well why would insist to arrange on your own and expect it to be reimbursed afterwards? I would certainly expect (and hope) such req. for reimbursement to be rejected citing that you declined the BA offer to arrange accommodation, meals etc.
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And to top it all of, the LCA flight is the most tiring one in the European schedule, almost 5 hours in the sardine can, even in CE...They should have brought in a lie flat equipment for this recovery...
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If BA has agreed to arrange hotel, shuttle bus and presumably meals as well why would insist to arrange on your own and expect it to be reimbursed afterwards? I would certainly expect (and hope) such req. for reimbursement to be rejected citing that you declined the BA offer to arrange accommodation, meals etc.
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Update: were at the e hotel spa & resort pervolia if anyone has stayed here before? Quick look at tripadvisor seems to be hotel other airlines have used when delayed. Looks like a boutique resort just had a basic supper yet to check in. Was about 20 minute bus ride from airport.
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I was first thinking of suggesting AY1928 LCA-HEL and then BA6035 HEL-LHR, but unfortunately AY1928 is full on Sunday. So, BA or the Lufthansa Group rebooking options are your only practical options.
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BA 663 and BA 665 still have some limited space.
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As im now in my room id like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has taken time & contributed to this thread, this is my first experience of this situation and all the information has been very helpful. Now looking at what i can claim compensation under EU261.
How much would i receive for the LGW cancellation?
If i have to take a taxi from LHR-LGW to collect my car, do i claim this under 261 or would there be another claims route?
LGW flight was CE avios/companion voucher if there is no availability tomorrow and im in economy would i get compensated for that?
Once again thanks for all your help, this forum is invaluable for infrequent travellers like myself.
How much would i receive for the LGW cancellation?
If i have to take a taxi from LHR-LGW to collect my car, do i claim this under 261 or would there be another claims route?
LGW flight was CE avios/companion voucher if there is no availability tomorrow and im in economy would i get compensated for that?
Once again thanks for all your help, this forum is invaluable for infrequent travellers like myself.
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Update: were at the e hotel spa & resort pervolia if anyone has stayed here before? Quick look at tripadvisor seems to be hotel other airlines have used when delayed. Looks like a boutique resort just had a basic supper yet to check in. Was about 20 minute bus ride from airport.
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How much would i receive for the LGW cancellation?
If i have to take a taxi from LHR-LGW to collect my car, do i claim this under 261 or would there be another claims route?
LGW flight was CE avios/companion voucher if there is no availability tomorrow and im in economy would i get compensated for that?
If i have to take a taxi from LHR-LGW to collect my car, do i claim this under 261 or would there be another claims route?
LGW flight was CE avios/companion voucher if there is no availability tomorrow and im in economy would i get compensated for that?
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