Originally Posted by
awpeters
I think the simple, she's getting off in DFW to visit grandparents as we go home to SFO, explanation to CSR, check-in agents, etc. is going to be a lot less problematic than your current plan, as it makes sense and should be within the rules.
Which "rules" are these?
Originally Posted by
videomaker
OP could give the GA a heads up at DFW--she won't be able to make the flight and is being picked up by someone else, just so they don't think there's a 12-year-old lost or abandoned at the airport and they could release the seat.
I have a bit of experience at doing. As noted, it would probably be a non-issue for an adult traveling alone.
Since it's a minor not traveling with a group that is traveling, being proactive might save you some hassle. As suggested, just notify the GA that the passenger won't be traveling due to whatever reason you fell comfortable sharing (e.g., illness, waiting for another family member, the truth, etc.). It is likely that F on your child's flight with be full and the GA will be working a standby list. It would be better to provide the GA a reason for canceling your child's F space than risking the GA launching her own investigation of a no-show.