neila83: yup, of course it was planned; Denver, Houston, Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Orlando, Miami, Mexico City. Contingency had to be built in and the planning finalised at least 24 hours ago.
But as deskpilot posted a few minutes ago, an issue forced -- or attempted to be forced -- by someone accountable only to shareholders is no cause for any kind of celebration.
What precedent then?
Be interesting to learn how long it takes for BA to release details of the condition these a/c are in after their extensive jigging around an airspace but recently closed down for being at risk of hazard.
I certainly wouldn't want to be currently in charge of any Speedbird Grand Aerial Tour -- whether the pax are enjoying the view or not.