Originally Posted by
FlyerChrisK
Even foreign carriers are not going to randomly op-up passengers without cause (oversale, etc.). Elite status/fare bucket is moot if they do not intend to op-up anyone.
The definition of "op up" is "for operational reasons". Otherwise it's just an upgrade. OP was specifically asking about " Op-Ups" which all airlines do when Y is over sold. That's why I mentioned status. OP has NO chance without status as OP UPS are offered to status passengers first