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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:24 am   #1
 
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OT: birthday upgrades!
[tongue in cheek mode]

So, as I am flying on my birthday (tomorrow afternoon), what are my chances of blagging an upgrade

[/tongue in cheek mode]

P.S. Yeah, totally off topic (sorry mods move to gate A10 as soon as you like!), but one sees so many "I deserve an upgrade! My foot hurts! I am special! ...so thought I'd add my version!
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:25 am   #2
 
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[tongue in cheek mode]

So, as I am flying on my birthday (tomorrow afternoon), what are my chances of blagging an upgrade

[/tongue in cheek mode]

P.S. Yeah, totally off topic (sorry mods move to gate A10 as soon as you like!), but one sees so many "I deserve an upgrade! My foot hurts! I am special! ...so thought I'd add my version!
Same as they would be if you were flying today I suspect!
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:27 am   #3
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I once tried to blag my way out of a speeding ticket because it was my birthday and I made sure the traffic cop realised this. That didnt work either
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:29 am   #4
 
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:38 am   #5
 
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I have to disagree slightly with CIHU......Whilst they are slightly greater than none, only slightly.....
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:40 am   #6
 
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So, as I am flying on my birthday (tomorrow afternoon), what are my chances of blagging an upgrade
An early Happy Birthday.
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:42 am   #7
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An early Happy Birthday.
In your case that would mean putting the clock into reverse. Too bad - I sometimes try to upgrade the elderly.
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:43 am   #8
 
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I've flown on my birthday several times, and never the magic beep appeared...

YMMV of course
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:46 am   #9
 
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Neither for me! But it won't hurt to sit in hope, will it? I think there is less chance on a European route though.
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:46 am   #10
 
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Thanks PfP! (I am also a Phil )

Yup, I wonder why people ask, must be a pain for the check-in staff. But then again the POUG is showing 7 seats free and $79... maybe I will treat myself!

You're a harsh lady, PUCCI... Poor PtP!
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:49 am   #11
 
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Thanks PfP! (I am also a Phil )

Yup, I wonder why people ask, must be a pain for the check-in staff. But then again the POUG is showing 7 seats free and $79... maybe I will treat myself!

You're a harsh lady, PUCCI... Poor PtP!
You just got yourself banned from ever getting the coveted Mucci. Maybe her godliness would forgive you since it is your bday and you are a newbie.
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:50 am   #12
 
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I have to disagree slightly with CIHU......Whilst they are slightly greater than none, only slightly.....
If there is a slight chance then I am off to change my birthday in my BAEC profile Do you think it's worth me popping on a wedding dress for my next flight?
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:51 am   #13
 
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If there is a slight chance then I am off to change my birthday in my BAEC profile Do you think it's worth me popping on a wedding dress for my next flight?
That would be a sight to see... , I would fly in just to witness it.
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:54 am   #14
 
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Thanks PfP! (I am also a Phil )

Yup, I wonder why people ask, must be a pain for the check-in staff. But then again the POUG is showing 7 seats free and $79... maybe I will treat myself!

You're a harsh lady, PUCCI... Poor PtP!
You just got yourself banned from ever getting the coveted Mucci. Maybe her godliness would forgive you since it is your bday and you are a newbie.
Noooooooooooo!

...I suspect the great PUCCI rises above the jokes of us mere mortals. The next Icelandic eruption forecast might be sent to her ladyship in advance though! Maybe that helps!
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Old Nov 12, 12, 5:57 am   #15
 
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You're a harsh lady, PUCCI... Poor PtP!
You don't know the half of it!
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