I hear it costs the airlines an awful lot of money for every extra minute they're grounded at the airport, plus the longer they delay taking off means they're likely to delay their schedule arrival time potentially leading to more claims if it exceeds the European guidelines.
If you're not rushed to get home, taking these offload offers from airlines is a great way to extend the holiday a little, not to mention the €1000 which is very generous 🤑
Yes, and they lose the spot if the craft does not take off as scheduled, which can be also subject to a fee. However, most flights land just in time to avoid compensations according the European laws :)
Definitely, I am volunteering next time!