A true professional who kept his cool and even knowing he would lose out on some money, still made sure he arrived for the booking with a Tyros 2 - talk about dedication
I think the airline should give you the money for loss of earnings. It's their responsibility to make sure your equipment leaves somewhere and arrives at the destination in one piece and on time. They've failed to live up to this so surely you could persue it further?
Good luck if you do.