Originally Posted by nba1017
Are there any tactics I should keep in mind when speaking with the GA? Should I offer alternative routings to get me down to PBI later tomorrow night? What sort of compensation should I be expecting?
Be at the gate for (CO 1514 EWR-PBI) 60-70 minutes before scheduled departure.
Give the GA time to log in to the gate computer.
"Hi. Just curious if you needed any volunteers."
Don't mention you have checked bags unless they ask.
(If the subject does not come up....unlikely...ask about your bags after you have your voucher in-hand.)
Once you talk with the GA, don't hover at the check-in desk.
Know that it's more important/relevant to talk to the GA about your willingness to volunteer than it is to indicate so at check-in. Do both, but don't assume you're on the VDB list just because you volunteered on-line.
If you get a bump try to stay in the area..be able to hear any announcements from the GA. If they raise the compensation you're entitled to the higher amount.
Have alternative carrier/flight routings available, just in case.
If you're re-routed on CO you get the miles flown.
If you're re-routed on another carrier, you can get CO original routing credit.
Good luck/hunting.
Let us know what happens