Originally Posted by
gooseman13
Good question...I would say for the challenge, for the opportunity to travel some places I couldn't or wouldn't want to non-rev (for example, I wouldn't want to risk 18 hours on a plane in a middle seat to Singapore), and the miles and benefits I will gain can be used for other family members who semi-regularly pay for premium international flights.
While that is very noble of you, isn't there any even more likely chance that you can get a C or F seat, rather than a middle seat in Y? Can't you also bring a family member along?