Originally Posted by
jhruth
I could see that but why would there still be 15 seats available for sale in First Class if they're confirming people with higher status into First ? Can't 1K's etc confirm and pick upgraded seats within 2 days? The flight is Tuesday, today is Sunday....
1Ks are often upgraded only at the gate.
It is cold, if not freezing, at many parts of the world and the U.S. now. Many are heading to somewhere warmer.