A collision with a bird was recognised as an extraordinary circumstance releasing the carrier from compensation. But the Court added a significant limit: once an authorised expert has confirmed the aircraft airworthy, the carrier may not justify further delay by running a second inspection of its own accord.
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The fee is deducted only from the compensation recovered. No payout — no fee.