Upside of fewer upgrades - preferring domestic Y!
Can't believe I am going to actually write this but for the first time in years as a 1k I've missed several domestic upgrades from Y. The lesson learned is taht with the right seat, I think I prefer it.
Pros include: If you have a E+ or exit with the seat next to you empty, I find it more private and spacious. Sure beats a bad bulkhead row 1 seat on some aircraft.
Even tho you have to pay for meals - you have a (usually) bigger choice.
And, I often find the other pax in FC to be rude. Hogging luggage bins, arrogant attitude, rude to the FAs etc. Where did the class in first class go?
Cons: pay for drinks - tho this isn't a big deal for me on domestic flights and i do have some chits to get me started.
No hot meal choice - but not such big deal given what hot airine meals are like.
Makes me wonder about when the comp upgrades begin. Will we have a choice to not accept an upgrade, and still have our preferred seat in Y, or will they automatically upgrade seat?