Originally Posted by
ozstamps
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Right now as a 1K wanting to use a SWU, SYD-USA I pay around the
same in $'s as a total non elite from here might pay to get an upgraded seat. You do not seem to understand that.
Right now, I am stuck with paying that $2300 for a 'V' ticket, whether the upgrade clears or
NOT of course.
It may not clear if the non elites grabbed all the NC Inventory that once 1Ks had pretty much exclusive access to until day of flight.
If
you think that makes sense, you are of course fully entitled to your view.
I don't know why you feel entitled to pay less for an upgraded seat. Paying less is not a benefit of elite status. An airline's best customers are those that pay more, not less.
Also, stuck? Are you unable to upgrade with miles?