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Old Sep 17, 2008 | 8:08 pm
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Originally Posted by lougord99
You are correct. There is no free standby for earlier flights.
This is hardly accurate. In general, you have to pay Anytime Fare or Business Select fare to get on an earlier flight. If you already have a ticket purchased at those fares, it certainly is free.

Also, irregular ops of course may provide an opportunity.
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