Originally Posted by
Non-NonRev
I don't know if the mention of the fiance in post #3 means that there are two people traveling together on this itinerary. If so, you may be able to get a single seat close to the plane door. If that is all that is available, take it (sitting apart will not be the end of the world) - that way, the faster of the two of you can make the mad dash to the connecting gate.
But wouldn't that risk having the slower one be locked out and misconnected as they close the door just after the faster one boards?